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.
LEAD DEMAND PLANNING ANALYST About the Role You will be a key stakeholder overseeing the Demand planning and inbound material activities within HARMAN Lifestyle Consumer Audio. You will lead the analysis of related data to manage overall forecast in a manner consistent with high-level customer service initiatives and the business financial plan.
Your Team You will report to the Demand Planning Manager.
What You Will Do - Execute scenario planning for current and long-term forecasts required to drive production and inventory planning
- Proactively alert sales and supply team on changes in Key Account buying patterns by SKU, changes in assortment, to maximize delivery of sales
- Lead forecasting reviews with sales, marketing, and finance teams to ensure alignment of inventory plans
- Lead excess and obsolesces prevention reviews and analyze variances of forecasted items quarterly
- Facilitate customer SKU allocation.
- Liaison for supply planning team with other functional teams (Sales, Ops, Logistics, and Marketing) to incorporate market intelligence into forecasting environment
What You Need - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or any related field
- Minimum 4 years' experience in Demand Planning, Data Modeling, Material Master Data Management preferably in a fast-paced consumer industry
- Ability to articulate assumptions, recommend alternatives, and corrective actions for non-adherence
- Ability to facilitate and manage cross-functional product meetings to resolve issues, gain alignment, and develop recommendations for balancing demand and supply.
- Efficient time management (ability to prioritize and manage multiple deliverables), Results-driven, Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
- Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Excel
What is Nice to Have - Work experience with the large retailers is a plus (BBY, Target, Walmart, Amazon, etc.)
- Proficient in SAP/IBP
- Strong analytical skills, experience working with a large volume of data and performing quantitative analysis
What Makes You Eligible - Be willing to travel up to 5%, domestic travel
- Be willing to work in an office in Northridge, CA
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer - Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.)
- Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams across the world
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities
- Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration
- On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee, and Harman Women's Network
- Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies and extensive course catalogs
Salary Ranges: $ 82,500 - $ 121,000
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.