Director, Global Credits and Incentives

About the Position

We're seeking a Director, Global Credits and Incentives to lead a strategic approach to government credits, incentives, and grants for HARMAN Automotive.

Responsibilities

• Operating Model and Process Governance

  • Define an operating model, standards, and a way of working to maximize the credits and incentives across the regions/functions.
  • Work with a cross-functional team to design and implement end-to-end management processes (from opportunity identification through pursuit, through incentive administration, and compliance)
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of global credit and incentive processes.
  • Support the adoption and optimization of digital platforms for managing credits and incentives globally. Promote best practices and consistent governance across regions.

• Incentive Strategy & Opportunity Identification

  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including tax, legal, finance, operations, and regional leadership, to ensure a cohesive, coordinated approach to incentive opportunities.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to track/monitor evolving public policy environments across regions/countries to identify potential funding, grants, and tax credit opportunities. Assess ethical, legal, and reputational considerations while pursuing incentive opportunities.
  • Work with project teams to ensure timely execution of grant deliverables and reporting requirements. Partner with functional/ regional teams to identify and prioritize government incentive opportunities aligned with company strategies and operational priorities.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximize value from incentive programs.
  • Ensure efficient use of external advisory resources within budget constraints.

• Incentive Portfolio Management

  • Lead and govern the portfolio of Incentive programs end-to-end incentive lifecycle, including pursuit, negotiation, compliance, and administration.
  • Develop structured strategies and execution plans to pursue and secure incentives effectively across regions. Coach/mentor, support global and regional initiatives leads
  • Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and filing requirements are fulfilled to maintain eligibility for incentives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Professional certification in the areas of finance or tax.
• 10+ years of Leadership experience in building and shaping a Global function. Ability to work across geographies and with culturally diverse teams. Ability to build trusting relationships across functions, businesses, and geographies.
• Strategic thinking and financial modeling capability. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of global tax credits, economic incentives, and government funding programs. Partner with cross-functional teams to track/monitor evolving public policy environments across regions/countries to identify potential funding. Moderate understanding of tax and financial incentives in one or more countries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including interaction with senior leaders.
• Demonstrates independent judgment and strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing external consultant relationships.

Nice to Have

• Experience, in-house or consulting, pursuing strategic investment incentives and administering processes to meet government requirements.
• Organizational change management experience.
• Experience in global, multi-cultural companies.

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

About the Company

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.

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.