Specialist, Demand Planning, CoA APAC

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.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel

• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development

• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

The incumbent will support the supply chain management process by rigorous management of the demand signals and order fulfilment for the business. You will lead the regional S&OP process by working with business stakeholders to ensure tight alignment in forecast and financial plans. You will also drive analysis and collaborate with stakeholders to develop solutions and influence change.

Besides S&OP, you will also play a critical role within Regional Supply Chain organization to lead the IBP Supply Planning implementation for APAC region. You will be responsible for the coordination, design and deployment of IBP Supply Planning in APAC region, as well as supporting & participating in on-going global enhancement for IBP Demand Planning.

What You Will Do

Demand Planning (All divisions: Connected Home/Soundbar/Portable)

• Responsible for the demand forecasting which drives the sales and production, to ensure maximum availability at optimised inventory and cost levels for current and  future business requirements and solving complex problems derived from the demand planning/forecasting

•  Running the Demand sign off report (for all BU, Connected Home/SoundBar/Portable/IOT/Car/Lux), for monthly submission, by cut-off dates.

• Coordinating with functions; Sales, Marketing/Product, Customer Service, Finance  and Supply Chain, to obtain and analyze the current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts into the system

• Liaising with BDs using the off-line demand templates on demand in monthly basis

• Defining and recommend necessary action to Sales, with regards to stock adjustments (e.g. colour, replacement SKUs etc) to transfer proposals and manage system updates

• Developing operation demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation over > 12 months rolling

• Analyzing the total demand (as Total unconstraints) weekly and adjust the actual demand into IBP by every Friday, so that GSC can place our purchase requisition (PR)

• Identifying the monthly VSF demand yet to convert to SO, so as to inform CRM/BDs to convert to SO

• Reviewing stock allocation with APAC SC planners and CRM, on daily basis

• Aligning with APAC SC planners on the set-up of NPI SKU in the SAP and IBP master data list

• Ensuring 1st Purchase order and 1st RTS date for New Product are updated in the system

• Ensuring GSC team has updated our 1st PO in their weekly Friday Demand Loading report (GSC’ cut-off raw data by every Tuesdy, for Friday’ report)

• Collaborating with Global/APAC’ Supply on the process flow and management for POR information on NPI, phase in/phase out and current SKUs.

• Working closely with APAC SC planners on the special requirements and the standards/timeline (e.g. Leadtime, MOQ, End-of-Life,  Last time Buy) SKU and providing guidance to the team

• Reviewing excess/aged/obsolete as an active management of the holding inventory

• Reviewing monthly liability report, to drive further on the demands

• Identifying SKU that are blocked for MRP (Procurement) and set “EL” for sales order,  to manage the procurement plans, in daily basis; liasing with SC planners on their daily updates

• Responsible in following up on all emails pertaining to demand adjustment/changes been completed in the system, whenever SC planners have communicated on the final supply or Last time buy.

• Working on the fulfillment with SC planners on any supply chain or manufacturing initiatives that may impact the supply, alongside

• Creating dashboards, reports, and analyses that explain trends to all stakeholders

• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert on Forecasting matters across departments and explains difficult or sensitive information

What You Need to Be Successful

• Min 3 years or more experience in Demand Planning related with hands on experience in implementing & improving S&OP Process, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and Forecasting Model Analysis.

• Possess good working knowledge with SAP/IBP environment preferably with high proficiency in MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint).

• Analytical in nature, very comfortable with numbers, data analytics/statistics.

• Strong ability to understand business & production operations providing Planning process related solutions to support/enable business growth.

• High level of collaboration skills to be able to work with multiple stakeholders across various levels with the ability to drive planning processes excellence.

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance

Bonus Points if You Have

• Diploma / Bachelor’s degree, preferred in Operations, Supply chain or Business management -analytical mindset

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

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

• 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!

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.