Director, Global Product Line Management

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 youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats 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

The successful candidate will ultimately be responsible to develop and drive the strategy roadmap and product development activities of a complete product line within the Harman Portable Audio business unit. This will include market analysis competitive analysis Harman Value Proposition creation specification of the line full financial ownership including detailed ROI to justify key project investment; technological understanding of the entire category and ecosystem and ultimately the ability to be market / customer responsive by presenting their line to the regions / markets in a manner that is clearly commercial and supportive

What You Will Do

• Defines portfolio strategy for Portable Audio BU enhancing front-loading activities for advance concepts portfolio
• Manages 360-degree consumer journey and key touchpoints by Portable Audio Use Cases
• Focuses on new business development activities to integrate new technologies and trends into the product innovation pipeline.
• Drives conversations on new partnerships and collaborations with key customers and suppliers.
• Plays integral role in defining consumer experience pipeline for New Technology Needs into product portfolio. Facilities critical link between Harmans R&D resources (H&M NTI) and GPLMs.
• Drive leadership in category by defining meaningful product use cases and being very strict in what we choose to leave out of a product spec. (including compelling services and strategy).
• Presenting your product plan and Harman Value Proposition in a manner that is consumer friendly market realistic creative and ultimately compelling.
• In-depth knowledge accumulation for BU in wireless audio product category - market trend competition and technology
• Being at the forefront of technological trends and implications. This includes key platform architecture tradeoffs and maximizing the Harman advantage
• Strong P&L skills. Can develop an ROI business case with total confidence. Good judgment skills in determining the balance of what we specify with what we get in financial return.
• Solid awareness of global retail markets and what it takes to get your product placed with key retail partners
• Have an international perspective that looks for creative ways to make meaningful rapid growth breakthroughs with our portfolio in key Harman international markets
• Connect well with regional commercial colleagues. Be responsive to their needs and provide information to them that is immediately useful.
• Connect well with Program management and engineering teams making sure that the required product concept gets turned into actual detailed product concepts for GPLMs to enhance detail executions.
• Closely together with Brand Management teams for brand positionings and identifying strategic pillars from products experiences / products UI/UX elements / Packaging / Service Areas to support 360-degree marketing plan.
• Develop appropriate a holistic App strategy related to Mid-long term PRMs(Product Roadmaps) & enhanced use cases that will enhance the overall consumer journeys
• Master the entire lifecycle process in particular strong project management skills to make sure initial product creation milestones happen on time to enable successful product launches in appropriate regional Introduction windows.
• Work as a team player in all Product Development activities outside your specific responsibility.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Strong consumer/customer insights developments & turning insights into product concepts
• Good market commercial track record
• Business Innovators & translating into consumer experiences journey
• Connecting technologies into meaningful strategy to influence and maximize product investments
• Various experiences on business strategy and partnership explorations for open innovations

What Makes You Eligible

• You have a working knowledge of English.
• You are willing to travel if necessary.
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure you understand that flexibility in working hours is required.
• You can obtain a government security clearance; You are eligible to work in China.

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What We Offer

• Flexible work environment allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman Products (JBL HARMAN Kardon AKG etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed valued and empowered. No matter what role you play we encourage you to share your ideas voice your distinct perspective and bring your whole self with you all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training development and continuing education further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s weve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today that legacy endures with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter safer and more connected.

Across automotive lifestyle and digital transformation solutions we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature todays most sought-after performers while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the worlds ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands such as JBL Mark Levinson and Revel we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers our partners and each other.

If youre ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact join our talent community today!

HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment challenging career opportunities professional training and competitive compensation. ()

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace 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.