Director, Global Plastics Category

Harman
life insurance, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, Michigan, Novi
Jan 30, 2025
Description & Requirements About the Role The Director, Global Plastics Category will manage and make critical decisions on all aspects of the global supply base including contracts, commercial/ pricing, supply assurance, innovation, and conflict resolution. The successful candidate will develop and execute category strategies through alignment with HARMAN business units, engineering, quality, and manufacturing activities. Requires knowledge of the business units technology and product roadmaps and specific expertise in the procurement of category components and manufacturing cost structure. The role requires a sophisticated level of relationship management interfacing with business unit presidents and leaders of global suppliers, requiring balancing of interests to maintain mutually beneficial relationships. This person will be the senior escalation/communication point for HARMAN and the supply partner. Your Team This position will have 7 direct reports What You Will Do Develop, drive and own global procurement strategies that align with business objectives and support growth and profitability. Build and own appropriate senior level supplier relationships with category supply base Coordinate the senior level engagement between procurement, supply chain functions and senior stake holders within the HARMAN automotive SBUs. Working collaboratively throughout the value chain, drive innovation, agility, cost, quality, business continuity and sustainability through Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management and flawless execution Lead effective supplier negotiations and event driven cost reductions to meet annual cost reduction goals and Should Cost targets. Conduct consistent commercial terms/ conditions and present a single unified HARMAN International interface to the supply base. Drive supply base optimization and new supplier development to maximize category leverage Establish goals, improvement plans, business reviews and monthly reporting related to areas of responsibility. Develop staff through training and succession planning processes to maximize their potential for the benefit of individual and company What You Need Minimum 10+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, and Supply Chain Management preferably in the Automotive industry Bachelor's Degree in business or technical related field Proven experience and ability to lead diverse global teams to achieve cost, quality, fulfillment, innovation, and time to market commitments. Strong negotiation and relationship building skills. Ability to speak clearly and express self well in groups and in one-to-one conversations. Demonstrate resourcefulness to effectively leverage and focus resources across organizational/ geographic boundaries. What is Nice to Have Masters degree Previous Electronics/ Mechanical/ Outsourcing category sourcing experience What Makes You Eligible Be willing to travel up to 20% domestic and international travel Be willing to work in an office in Novi, MI (Hybrid) Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment What We Offer Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.) Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University Competitive wellness benefits Tuition Reimbursement Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development #LI-MM1 #Hybrid Pay Transparency $ 161,250 - $ 236,500 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. Benefits HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. Important Notice: Recruitment Scams Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' 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 '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. 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. Apply