Hybrid Technology Strategist (m/f/d) bei Harman

About the RoleWe are the Harman Research team in charge of the company’s Technology Strategy. With a culture of high performance, we seek thought leaders to faciliate new technology research, development and management processes and standards across the company. We pursue a collaborative, empowering approach to driving our technology strategy which invites all associates to participate in the relationed definition and execution process and we value the ability to scale this mindset over individaul achievement.We are looking for a passionate professional with strategy development and synthesis expertise who will help us in driving our current and future Technology Strategy for HARMAN. Join our team as a Technology Strategist and become a key player in defining and shaping our companywide Technology Strategy. This means you help in designing and evolving the Technology Strategy aligned with each Division’s business strategy and technology roadmaps, develop and train the stakeholder teams in strategy methods and processes around technology and guide the communication of Technology Strategy across the organization. You champion the strategy process in its regular iteration cycles and help advise on the strategic fit within the company’s goals in context to Samsung.As part of the team, you will participate in the design and implementation of technology strategies, plans and activities in support of our Technology Strategy objectives (80%) and work directly with the team including the CTO to provide administrative and logistical support (20%).What You Will DoTechology Strategy (80%)Support the formalization, implementation and iteration cycles of the new Technology Strategy process that will include, but will not be limited to:Integration of cross-divisional technology strategy development and implementation process, including Samsung technology focused organizations like Samsung Research.Synthesis of Divisional technology roadmaps into a holistic HARMAN picture to identify efficiencies, asset sharing, and synergiesPrioritization of technology focus areas across business categories, Harman Research & Samsung ResearchInnovation process and external scouting integration into overall strategyHelp to oversee the implementation of the strategies with high degree of autonomySupport the creation of digital first, best-in-class strategy toolbox and roll-out across the organization as part of the strategy process with a focus on predicting the future in areas with high levels of uncertaintyHelp to coordinate the upskilling of all stakeholders in the organization through a train-the-trainer approach and by utilizing the HARMAN universityContribute to the team’s strategy execution as a trainer, workshop facilitator and coach for the global teams both in person and in virtual sessionsWith guidance, build and maintain a strong network of global key stakeholders across the organizationCommunicate findings and progress of the strategy in an easy understandable way and continuously tell and reinforce the storyContribute to the reinforcement and evolution of the strategy process with a lean and digital first approachAdministrative (20%)Support leadership by collecting data, and analyzing information in advanceDraft and prepare correspondence for announcements, board meetings, and organizationsDevelop business documents, presentations, agendas, reports, and special projectsArrange domestic and international business travelWhat You Need to Be SuccessfulExcellent university degree or equivalent work experience in business administration with focus on corporate strategy or technology/innovation managementRelevant strategy consulting experience, including experience working with executives and board membersDeep knowledge of modern strategy workshop methods, tools and track record in strategy workshop executionExperience in education, teaching, and new learning methodsOrganized and entrepreneurial mindset: ability to work independently with little structure, quickly adjust to new circumstances and work on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to manage multiple stakeholders at the same timeVery good international communication skills and ability to motivate and to resolve conflictsHighly result driven, organized and deadline-oriented with a clear can-do mentalityStrong quantitative capabilities, very structured and critical thinking with good analytical skillsCreative and innovative problem-solving skillsSelf-motivated and willing to drive things forwardBonus Points if You Have2+ years of experience in Strategy Consulting, in-house consulting, or comparable experienceExperience in working in a matrix organization with stakeholders across the globeInternational work experienceBusiness acumen - strong business sense, decipher priorities and make sound judgment calls when neededService-orientation – invested in the benefit we provide to our business partners by aligning with their needs and goalsWhat Makes You EligibleBe willing to travel up to 20% of domestic and international travelBe willing to work in an office in Garching, GermanyWhat We OfferHARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensationYou will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung productsFlexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balanceAttractive salary package based on the Metall & Elektro Tarif Baden Wurttemberg and an Employer contribution towards a company pension planProfessional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainingsInternal talent management leadership acceleration programs“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program#LI-hybrid#LI-TR1 Jetzt bewerben