About the role
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 Automotive
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.
Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
About the Role
As the Sales Excellence People & Culture Project Manager, you will serve as the operational backbone of the pillar, ensuring that global People & Culture initiatives progress with clarity, discipline, and momentum. You will coordinate and support the execution of core workstreams across CG Academy, Onboarding, Learning roadmap, Assessments, Frameworks, and Community & Culture activations. This role is critical to enabling a global team to deliver at scale by driving structure, follow-up, transparency, and execution excellence across all pillar activities.
What You Will Do
Coordinate pillar execution across Academy, assessments/frameworks, onboarding, and community formats
Maintain integrated project plans, timelines, trackers, governance cadences, and repositories
Prepare meetings, agendas, follow-ups, and decision logs across global stakeholders
Support rollout readiness for key initiatives such as learning roadmaps, onboarding series, feedback formats, and global/regional activation formats
Create and refine presentations, dashboards, progress reviews, KPI trackers, and update materials
Track deliverables, risks, dependencies, and escalation points across the People & Culture portfolio
Support consistency of tools, templates, documentation, and ways of working across the pillar
Partner closely with the two pillar leads to translate strategic concepts into executable workplans
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in a business or commercial environment with demonstrated success managing projects or coordinating cross functional initiatives.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous workstreams.
Experience in sales, commercial operations, or a related environment is highly beneficial.
Proficiency with core productivity tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, project tracking systems, shared drives).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholders at multiple levels across a global organisation.
A professional, proactive, and structured working style with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
An understanding of or interest in the automotive industry (helpful but not essential).
Bonus Points if You Have
Have experience working in a global or matrixed organisation.
Possess knowledge of the automotive industry, OEM interactions, or sales planning environments.
What Makes You Eligible
You are legally eligible to work in the country where this position is based (xx)
You are willing to work in a hybrid environment and can commute to one of our office locations as required.
You are comfortable collaborating with global teams, which may occasionally require flexibility in working hours.
What We Offer
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
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.
Aplyr's read
HARMAN International is a leader in automotive and audio technology, attracting engineers and innovators passionate about connected solutions and cutting-edge advancements.
What's promising
- •Strong presence in automotive technology with partnerships with major car manufacturers.
- •Diverse career opportunities in engineering, from AI/ML to cybersecurity.
- •Focus on innovation in IoT and lifestyle audio solutions.
What to watch
- •Highly competitive industry with rapid technological changes.
- •Dependence on automotive sector may pose risks during economic downturns.
- •Limited public information about company culture and employee satisfaction.
Why HARMAN International
- •Pioneers in integrating audio systems with automotive technology.
- •Extensive global reach with operations in multiple countries.
- •Commitment to sustainability and cost-effective engineering solutions.
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About HARMAN International
Harman International is a global leader in connected car technology, lifestyle audio innovations, design and analytics, and IoT solutions. The company specializes in providing connected solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises.
