Manager, Supply Chain & Inbound Logistics

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

As the Manager, Supply Chain & Inbound Logistics, you will be responsible for the full operation from purchasing through delivery to the warehouse. You will be involved in all projects and processes that are needed to make the Supply Chain & Inbound Logistics ‘Best in Class’.

All Supply Chain & Inbound Logistics activities contribute to the strategic growth plan of Harman Lifestyle Consumer North America. Aside from managing the team and all related processes, communication, continuous improvement, and best practice development are key elements of the Supply Chain & Inbound Logistics Manager role.

What You Will Do

• Lead and optimize supply planning operations, ensuring on-time delivery by aligning demand, manufacturing, and transportation.
• Drive, Challenge, and Align Inventory with key stakeholders in Sales, Finance, Procurement, and Product Marketing, resulting in an inventory plan that supports the organization's revenue objectives at the right time
• Manage the cost of inbound logistics to support customer fulfilment and proper financial planning, and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory and cost targets.
• Continuously partner with colleagues in Procurement, Marketing, Sales, and Demand Planning on New Product Introduction (NPI) and product phase-out schedules to ensure critical launch timelines are met
• Develop and execute Inbound Freight Forwarder and Procurement allocation to ensure continued diversity
• Oversee vendor management, including evaluation, risk assessment, contract compliance, and resolution of quality or service issues
• Drive process standardization and automation, and ensure, with the team, that all stakeholders, both internal and external, are supported in meeting their requirements. Develop new processes across the Supply Chain and Inbound Logistics functions to proactively resolve challenges for our customers

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a Supply Chain role.
• Minimum of 3 years as a people manager.
• Highly proficient with ERP systems (ie, SAP, Oracle).
• Ability to work effectively within a high-growth, dynamic, fast-paced, and changing matrix environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Bonus Points if You Have

• MBA or Master’s Degree in Operations or related field.
• Experience with SAP ERP / APO / IBP and/or a similar ERP system
• Global experience collaborating with APAC suppliers and logistics partners.
• Knowledge of consumer electronics or other fast-moving product industries.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 10%, both domestic and international.
• Be open to working in the Northridge, CA office (hybrid option available; flexibility to come into the office on short notice when needed is appreciated).
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer).

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

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.