Sales Professional

About the Position

We are seeking a Sales Professional with 7+ years of experience in partner management, business development, and sales to join our team and drive car audio take rates at VW Group brands.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main driver to increase car audio take rates at all VW Group brands
• Execute marketing activities, maintain customer contacts, and conduct market analysis
• Prepare strategic concept descriptions, price indications, technical and commercial offers, and conduct negotiations
• Interface with the customer's marketing department to identify business potential and develop measures to increase customer satisfaction, sales, and market presence
• Build strong and sustainable relationships with customers, including OEM sales channels, Dealer management teams, and Fleet business responsible and supporting functions
• Develop a deep understanding of the customer's go-to-market approach and navigate their priorities to develop strategic plans
• Act as the primary Harman contact and consultant for strategic joint growth plans and compelling joint-value proposition-oriented programs
• Drive idea generation internally for creating disruptive and out-of-the-box ideas to help deliver revenue growth
• Work closely with the CAMs and Marketing to execute best-in-class plans, including dealer and customer programs
• Lead program management function for these programs, developing detailed project plans, including campaign goals, disruptive ideas, action plans, and success metrics
• Report to the customer and CAM management at Director level

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant work experience in partner management, business development, sales, or demand generation marketing with a focus on car audio
• Experience working with VW Group
• Experience designing and executing joint plans with strategic alliance partners with a global footprint
• Expert understanding of how to drive business and marketing with and through the customer ecosystem
• Demonstrated experience in working with sales leaders in driving pipeline and revenue
• Excel at cross-group collaboration, creative thinking, problem solving, and have a bias for action
• Motivated self-starter who thrives on working in complex and challenging environments of a rapidly evolving business
• Analytical tendencies with a natural curiosity to measure, test, learn, and iterate in order to get the best results possible
• Fluent English and German language skills are mandatory
• Strong project management skills with experience gaining consensus and driving deliverables with individuals inside and outside the organization
• Excellent time management skills
• Willingness to travel

We Offer

• A diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters career development opportunities, professional training, and competitive market base compensation
• Top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products
• Flexible work environment with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment
• Attractive salary package
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies, which also includes extensive technical trainings
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

About the Company

HARMAN has been amplifying the sense of sound since the 1920s. 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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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.

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.