Manager, Business Operations

• Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
• We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s 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

What You’ll Be Part Of

As a Business Operations lead, you plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations and strategic activities in the Customer Group, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the Customer Group. You will develop and lead Customer Group organizational improvement programs towards rightsized structures and footprint, which includes all aspects of organizational development and associated change management.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead the Project Support Office, a centralized support team for the Customer Group (CG)
• Develops business strategies and deployment plans, supervises implementation of company initiatives
• Responsible for driving CG target alignment, cost improvement initiatives, best practices, reporting and processes, and interface management cross-function
• Accountable for the strategy and execution for CG cost and quality targets
• Works with the global Operations team on cross-region, cross-SBU projects

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Previous experience leading global programs and teams
• Expert knowledge in terms of PLM methodologies, PM processes in project execution and project management
• 12+ years leading automotive programs and managing global teams
• Experience in program management of infotainment, and/or connected car technologies across multiple customer engagements
• Must be able to influence teams without a direct reporting structure.
• Previous experience interacting with customer executives and managing escalations

Bonus Points if You Have

• Master of Engineering in computer science or information technology or electrical engineering.
• Strive for operational excellence by achieving results beyond expectation.
• Ability to define individual aims corresponding to general and program strategy.
• Ability to integrate people, to resolve conflicts.
• Broad intercultural experience and excellent communication skills.
• Certification as Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar recommended.

Things To Know

Be willing to travel up to 30%, domestic and international travel

This role is based in Pune, India and follows a hybrid schedule, with regular in-office collaboration alongside engineering, product, and customer program teams.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• Tuition reimbursement support
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve 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 today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s 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 you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected].

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.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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.

HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.