Overview

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.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 RevelUnite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product developmentCreate pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experienceAbout The RoleYou will own the end-to-end supply planning processbalancing cost, service, capacity, and risk across the networkwhile modernizing how planning gets done through automation, AI/ML, and self-service analytics (Power BI/Qlik). You'll lead a team of planners, partner tightly across S&OP/IBP, interfacing with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics, and deliver exception-driven, scenario-based plans and decision-ready dashboards that improve service and inventory simultaneously.What You Will DoLead and coach a team of supply plannerselevate capabilities through structured inquiry, problem-solving, and continuous improvement rituals.Lead the monthly S&OP/IBP supply review; align inventory and service targets and convert S&OP decisions into executable supply and deployment plans.Drive exception-based, scenario planningcodify planning rules, alerts, and 'what-if' simulations for supply disruptions (e.g., materials scarcity, capacity constraints).Lead the roadmap for APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) capabilities (e.g., SAP IBP Response & Supply), including data model, parameters, and process design.Partner with Data/IT to implement AI/ML-enabled supply planning processes (moving toward touchless supply planning where appropriate), with clear human-in-the-loop governance.Lead the team in building predictive & scenario visuals (e.g., risk to stock out, lead-time risk, capacity bottlenecks) with explainable drivers and 'what-if' inputs.Standardize reporting cadences and automate data refresh/pipelines from ERP/APS to BI, reducing manual reporting time.Collaborate cross-functionally (Demand, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Commercial) to synchronize plan/execute and enable fast mitigation when signals shift.Champion an augmented, connected workforceupskilling planners to work effectively with digital tools and AI assistants.What You Need To Be SuccessfulBachelor's in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Analytics, or related; 7+ years in supply/supply-demand planning with leadership experience.Hands-on expertise with at least one APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) platform (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis Rapid Response, Blue Yonder ESP, o9), including scenario modeling and exception management.Strong analytics: advanced Excel plus Power BI and/or Qlik for KPI dashboards; able to translate data into decisions for senior stakeholders.Experience integrating supply planning data (capacity, lead times, inventory policies, exceptions) with financial metrics to clearly link supply decisions to outcomes such as DOH, working capital, and COGS in Power BI/Qlik.Practical experience in root cause analysis using tools, A3PS, 8D, Root Cause Failure Analysis, Fishbone, Pareto, 5Y, Is-Is not, Cause and Effect, etc.Bonus Points If You HaveAPICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent.Experience integrating ERP (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Oracle) with APS and BI; familiarity with SQL/DAX or light scripting (Python) for analytics is a plus.Experience partnering with FP&A or Operations Finance to translate supply/demand scenarios into P&L, cash flow, and capital impacts.Exposure to control tower/decision i