Harman

The Automotive Value Management Framework & Analytics Manager will have an end-to-end  responsibility for driving the value management framework implementation, including training cross-functional team across HARMAN Automotive Division considering all Region, Business Units, Customer Programs & Projects (pre- and post-SOP).

This role will play a crucial role in transforming Harman Automotive Value Management organization to a best-in-class efficient work environment by building an advanced framework, methods & tools capable of successful execution of:

• Around 2,000+ complex VM measures

• Impacts on multiple functions: Customers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Suppliers

Your Team

This position will report to the Automotive Value Management Lead and will be an individual contributor role with no direct or indirect reports.

What You Will Do

• Develop and implement a robust value management framework by:

  • Designing and implementing a systematic approach to identify, measure, and optimize value management initiatives

  • Assessing business processes, identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance value creation.

• Coordinate and execute VM analytical tools and methods:

  • Ensure successful coordination and execution of multiple ongoing VM methods and tools

  • Oversee tool implementation timelines, budgets, and quality to achieve targeted outcomes.

  • Provide escalation support to facilitate critical decision-making

• Process Development and Improvement:

  • Develop, maintain and improve VM processes and workflows

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to represent VM in process development initiatives.

  • Identify process gaps, bottlenecks and areas for optimization, and drive continuous improvement efforts.

• Cross-Functional Representation and Alignment:

  • Represent value management in senior management meetings, focusing on VM methods and tools roll-out

  • Drive cross-functional alignment on all levels of management both internally and externally to the VM organization.

What You Need

• Bachelors' Degree in Engineering

• Minimum 7 years of work experience in the following areas:

  • Process development

  • Value management related systems, processes, methods and tools

  • Commercial basics in Procurement, controlling and accounting

  • Database management and SW tool engineering

  • Professional knowledge in electronic, electrical & mechanical component integrated into an assembly

• Excellent presentation skills and demonstrated ability to effectively present complex technical & commercial topics

• Fluency in English

What is Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in engineering

• Experience with automotive electronic systems is expected, including experience selecting and/or recommending automotive assemblies

• People development

• Proven ability to share knowledge and best practices with teammates

• Change Orientation: able to adapt to changing demands and conditions

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 20%, domestic and international travel

• Be willing to work in an office in EU(Any)/NA(Us & Mexico)/APAC(Any) or work remotely full-time with occasional trips to all HARMAN locations

What do we offer?

• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment.

• Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)

• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in an innovative and collaborative culture.

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

• Work on best-in-class emerging technologies and an atmosphere that pushes you to give your best.

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