Operational Procurement Manager

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats 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 role of theGlobalManagerOperationalProcurement Electronics Categoryistomanage the day-to-day supplier performance and deliverycoverage at the category level assuring a robust and resilient HARMAN supply chain capable of meeting the dynamic demands of an Automotive electronics manufacturing industry.

What YouWillDo

• Asupplierfacingrolethat willproactivelydrivematerial commitmentgap closureswith suppliers (in the0104-weeksupplytime frame) and providetheoutlook for reviewmeetingsusinganalysisofglobal supply coverage from IBP.

• Willbe responsible fortheshort-termcoverage management based on allocations provided from Supply Planning team.

• Initiates negotiations foradditionalvolumes or production swaps with the supplierforshort- and long-termgap closuremonitoringand reportingthesupply statusto key internal stakeholders.

• Responsible formore complexsupplier relationshipswith significant impact to HARMANs ability to delivercustomer product.

• WillconductmaterialEnd of Life (EOL)&New Product Introductions (NPI)status discussionswiththe larger moreimpactfuland challengingsuppliersand assurecoverage orresolve excess inventory risks informingprogram managementof recommendations.

• Owns the Delivery KPI in the Supplier Score card its content calculation and the relatedsupplier performance actionsto improve performance shortfalls.

• Provides delivery performanceinput/approvalforSource Boardsupplier award consideration.

• NegotiateFrozen Horizon Agreementwith suppliers:kick off discussions track downthe status discuss details with legaldepartment get final approvalfromleadership(ProcurementTribunal)andpublish the final agreement with the cross-functional team(OperationalProcurement) forimplementation.

• NegotiateConsignmentImplementation with suppliers: kick off discussions track down the status discussdetails with legal get final approval from leadership (Procurement Tribunal) and publish the final agreement withSupply Chain Management for implementation.

• ConductSupplyChainand LogisticsEvaluationwith selected suppliers:plan organize and alignwith the cross functional teamincluding Category Manager and SQE teamsto execute the evaluationand thefollow upof the corrective action.

• Actively participate and prepare information and documentation for thesupplierQBR discussions in regards of the supply chain topics.

• MPAreview and provide feedback in connection withSupply Chain relevant agreements.

• Leadtask forcefor supply chain disruptions as needed.

• Lead orparticipateinprocess improvement projects.

• Support ramp down ramp up during an engineering changeand/or supply change.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelors or MastersDegree in related field or equivalent experience preferably in Business Management Supply Chain Management.

• 8yearsof materials and/or supply chain management experience.

• Significant achievements in a global supply chainand/or procurementrole.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment including Sales Engineering Quality Program Management and Operations. Can lead a cross-functional team asto solve complex problems.

• Proven experience in handling multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously andexecutingtocompletion.

• Excellent communication skills written verbal and presentation in English.Effective clear communicator comfortable in multiple contexts including suppliers customers working meetings and Executivebriefings.

• Large scale negotiation skillsand understanding of Procurement contracts.

• Having a proactive goal-oriented approach to decision making.

• Demonstrated abilitytosolve dynamic issues with highcomplexity.

• Highproficiencyin MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

• Excellent team player can effectively work with all levels of a global matrixed organization.

• Advanced understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in the field of Automotive manufacturing.

• Experience inLean Six Sigma/Agile or other business process improvementmethodology.

• SAP MM IBP knowledge.

What Makes YouEligible

• Be willing totravelup to10% domestic onlyORdomestic and international travel.

• Be willing towork in our office in Budapest Hungary in a hybrid work model.

What WeOffer

• Flexible work environment 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.).

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

• Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program.

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

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