Operational Procurement, Supplier Performance Electronics

Location:

Queretaro - Querétaro, Mexico - 501/502 Avenida Indust Minera

Job Family:

Supply Chain

Worker Type Reference:

Regular - Permanent

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Career Level:

P4

Job ID:

R

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

About the Role

The role of Operational Procurement, Supplier Performance Electronics is to manage the day-to-day supplier performance and delivery coverage 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 You Will Do

• A supplier facing role that will proactively drive material commitment gap closures with suppliers (in the 0–104-week supply time frame) and provide the outlook for review meetings, using analysis of global supply coverage from IBP.
• Will be responsible for the short-term coverage management based on allocations provided from Supply Planning team.
• Initiates negotiations for additional volumes or production swaps with the supplier for short- and long-term gap closure, monitoring and reporting the supply status to key internal stakeholders.
• Responsible for more complex supplier relationships with significant impact to HARMANs ability to deliver customer product.
• Will conduct material End of Life (EOL) & New Product Introductions (NPI) status discussions with the larger, more impactful and challenging suppliers, and assure coverage or resolve excess inventory risks, informing program management of recommendations.
• Owns the "Delivery KPI" in the Supplier Score card, its content, calculation, and the related supplier performance actions to improve performance shortfalls.
• Provides delivery performance input/approval for Source Board supplier award consideration.
• Negotiate Frozen Horizon Agreement with suppliers: kick off discussions, track down the status, discuss details with legal department, get final approval from leadership (Procurement Tribunal), and publish the final agreement with the cross-functional team (Operational Procurement) for implementation.
• Negotiate Consignment Implementation with suppliers: kick off discussions, track down the status, discuss details with legal, get final approval from leadership (Procurement Tribunal), and publish the final agreement with Supply Chain Management for implementation.
• Conduct Supply Chain and Logistics Evaluation with selected suppliers: plan, organize and align with the cross functional team including Category Manager and SQE teams to execute the evaluation and the follow up of the corrective action.
• Actively participate and prepare information and documentation for the supplier QBR discussions in regards of the supply chain topics.
• MPA review and provide feedback in connection with Supply Chain relevant agreements.
• Lead task force for supply chain disruptions as needed.
• Lead or participate in process improvement projects.
• Support ramp down, ramp up during an engineering change and/or supply change.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in related field or equivalent experience, preferably in Business Management, Supply Chain Management.
• 8+ years of materials and/or supply chain management experience.
• Significant achievements in a global supply chain and/ or procurement role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment including Sales, Engineering, Quality, Program Management and Operations. Can lead a cross-functional team as required to solve complex problems.
• Proven experience in handling multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously and executing to completion.
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and presentation in English. Effective, clear communicator comfortable in multiple contexts including suppliers, customers, working meetings and Executive briefings.
• Large scale negotiation skills and understanding of Procurement contracts.
• Having a proactive, goal-oriented approach to decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to solve dynamic issues with high complexity.
• High proficiency in 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 in Lean Six Sigma / Agile or other business process improvement methodology.
• SAP MM, IBP knowledge.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 5-10% domestic and international travel.
• Be willing to work in an office in Queretaro, Mexico. This role is eligible to work remotely full-time with occasional trips into the office location required (this could be on 24-hour notice).
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• 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 according local policies and procedures.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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.

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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