Harman

Do you want to work for some of the world’s leading audio brands? Become a part of the HARMAN team and get to work for our Sound United Business Unit. 

By joining HARMAN, you'll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones, portable speakers, party boxes and other audio technologies, and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and we’re looking for someone who is proactive, loves to work with a lot of different stakeholders from all over the globe and has creative ideas.

You will join our Sound United Business Unit with iconic brands like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology, Classé, and Boston Acoustics, based in Eindhoven, in the Netherlands in the position of: 

Purchaser - Spare Parts

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, Harman Kardon, 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.

What You Will Do:

• Purchase Spare Parts by placing weekly orders with vendors based on demand and inventory levels
• Monitor back-orders and track expected delivery dates to ensure timely fulfillment
• Verify incoming invoices and process goods receipts accurately in SAP
• Create, maintain, and update spare parts material records in SAP
• Manage stock through product life cycles, product introduction, support periods and planned end of life, minimizing obsolescence.
• Create purchase orders in SAP and maintain related procurement data (pricing, safety stock levels, and alternatives)
• Inform customers on time about back-orders and ETAs
• Keep the Service Manager and team informed about the most urgent backorders and their estimated time of arrival (ETA)
• Perform regular (weekly) follow-up on backorders to ensure availability and service levels are met
• Ensure timely delivery of spare parts to meet service requirements (within defined SLA of 5 working days)

What You Need to Be Successful:

• At least 1 year of experience in purchasing or a related field
• Experience working with SAP and Microsoft Excel
• Fluency in English
• Strong technical affinity and basic understanding of electronics
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-oriented attitude, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to follow company policies and relevant local regulations

Bonus Points if You Have:

• German and/or Dutch language skills
• Education in a related field
• Prior experience working in cross-functional, international teams
• Experience in the electronics or audio industry

What Makes You Eligible

• You are comfortable working in a hybrid setup, with 3 days per week in the Eindhoven office

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 products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more).
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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