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Manager, eMechanical Category
Manager, eMechanical CategoryConfidential • India
Manager, eMechanical Category

Manager, eMechanical Category

Confidential • India
25 days ago
Job description

Introduction : A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

  • Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
  • Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
  • Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About The Role

The Category Manager will develop, drive and own the global category sourcing strategy and savings objectives specifically for certain eMechanical components as well as overlook, develop and optimize the entire electronics portfolio regarding local suppliers in India.

What You Will Do

  • Develop and drive and own the global category strategy that align with business objectives and support growth and profitability.
  • Build and own appropriate supplier relationships with category supply base and present a single unified HARMAN International interface to the supply base.
  • Works with Best Cost Analytics & HW & Component Engineering on technology roadmap plans and ensure long-term competitive cost of components.
  • Manage effective supplier negotiations and event driven cost reductions to meet annual cost reduction goals and Should Cost targets.
  • Conduct consistent commercial terms / conditions including a long-term capacity outlook commitment from the suppliers.
  • Drive supply base optimization and new supplier development to maximize category leverage on a global electronics level with special focus on India
  • Lead the source board preparation and create sourcing proposal for management decision.
  • Oversee the execution of RFx efforts into the supply base, prepare the response evaluation and proposal for sourcing decisions.
  • Coordinate the supplier performance management, including quarterly business reviews and escalation support.
  • What You Need To Be Successful

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • 9-12 years in managing all activities relating to global supply base including contracts, commercial / pricing, supply assurance, innovation, cost reduction initiatives, and conflict resolution.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.
  • Requires knowledge of the business unit's technology and product roadmaps and specific expertise in the procurement of eMechanical components and associated manufacturing cost structure as well as strong analytical, strategic, and communication skills.
  • Bonus Points if You Have

  • Best Cost Analytics & HW & Component Engineering on technology roadmap plans and ensure long-term competitive cost of components.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders and other colleagues
  • What Makes You Eligible

  • Successfully complete a background investigation and an occupational health screening (may include a drug screen) as a condition of employment
  • Willingness to work in EU and US time zones and accept to deliver in stringent timelines.
  • What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
  • Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
  • Competitive wellness benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 'Be Brilliant' employee recognition and rewards program.
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
  • Skills Required

    supplier negotiations, cost reduction initiatives

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