Value Manager

About the Position

Value Manager

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. We are seeking a driven and collaborative leader to join our Value Management (VM) organization within the Intelligent Cockpit Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This is a high-impact role at the forefront of innovation, where you will shape cost competitiveness and platform strategy for next-generation IVI/CDC solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and execution of IVI/CDC platform value strategies, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and cost optimization goals
• Champion defining hardware & mechanical platforms in collaboration with system architects and engineering teams, focusing on cost-efficient HW block solutions and their roadmaps
• Establish and scale HW reuse methodologies by partnering with SMEs, product teams, and system architects to maximize cross-platform adoption
• Continuously refine and optimize existing HW blocks working with hardware and mechanical engineering teams to achieve sustained cost improvements across product lifecycles
• Guide and govern VM ideation strategy during RFQ/RFX phases to ensure competitive BOM cost positioning and strong value propositions
• Provide assistance in the evaluation of customer requirements (RFI, RFQ), BOM cost estimates, effort planning
• Lead cross-functional VAVE workshops at a strategic level, ensuring high-quality ideation and actionable outcomes for both RFQs and awarded programs
• Monitor and drive ideation performance metrics across programs, ensuring pipeline health, implementation rate, and business impact
• Act as a key interface between engineering, product management, procurement, and program teams to embed value engineering into decision-making processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field with technical background; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Value Management or related disciplines such as VAVE, cost engineering (electronic systems), hardware design or component engineering within the automotive or technology sectors.
• Solid understanding of automotive electronics requirements and technologies and the end-to-end value chain.
• Ability to clearly explain complex technical issues and justify technical decisions.
• Proven ability to lead technical presentations and facilitate workshops with both internal teams and external partners.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis, KPI tracking, and relevant software tools.
• Excellent project management and organizational capabilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Intelligent-Cockpit products and projects.
• Automotive Tier1 RFQ experience

We Offer

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

About the Company

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!