Staff Manager ,Supply Chain

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.

About the Role

HARMAN is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive work environment, offers challenging career opportunities, professional development, and competitive compensation.This role is responsible for representing Supply Management in cross-functional meetings, independently addressing and resolving issues, and ensuring effective coordination with stakeholders.

What You Will Do

Define and drive the purchasing strategy in collaboration with Operations, with a strong focus on on-time delivery.

Ensure timely receipt of parts from all suppliers in the required quality and condition.

Monitor and maintain inventory levels in line with organizational requirements; publish weekly inventory reports.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project success by representing Supply Management in meetings, resolving issues independently, and escalating to management when necessary.

Assess supply risks and align with the Procurement Project Manager on acceptable risk levels; incorporate these considerations into supplier negotiations.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving best-in-class performance across the supplier base.

Proactively expedite suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of purchased parts.

Optimize freight costs and manage overall freight operations effectively.

Manage and coordinate with import suppliers, ensuring compliance and timely deliveries.

What You Need to Be Successful

Demonstrates high levels of personal integrity and a strong commitment to safety.

First Class Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.

8–14 years of experience in Supplier Release within the automotive components industry.

Proficient in SAP systems and freight management processes.

Proven experience in sourcing electronic components and delivering cost optimization initiatives.

What Makes You Eligible

Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions

Prior experience in electronic and auto component purchase

Strong organizational skills, MS office skills

Strong influential and negotiation skills

Fluent in English and Hindi & Marathi Language (Written and Spoken)

What Makes You Eligible

Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions

Prior experience in electronic and auto component purchase

Strong organizational skills, MS office skills

Strong influential and negotiation skills

Fluent in English and Hindi & Marathi Language (Written and Spoken)

What We Offer

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.
• 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

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.