Go-to-market Manager EMEA

HARMAN International; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global audio technology company is seeking a Go-To-Market Manager to oversee product lifecycle management and lead channel strategies. You'll engage with marketing, product development, and sales teams to ensure successful product introductions. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in GTM or product management, alongside strong analytical and collaboration skills, fluent English, and a passion for audio innovation. This role offers a flexible work schedule and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Employee discounts on products

Professional development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive environment

Internal talent management programs

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar focused role.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage NPIs and full product lifecycle ('Cradle to Grave').
• Lead PSI and S&OP processes.
• Drive channelization and channel strategy.
• Conduct market, product, and competitor analysis.
• Coordinate launch readiness and marketing interface.

Skills

Experience in GTM

Product management

Commercial strategy

Strong analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Fluent in English

Job description

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.

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, The Netherlands or Worthing, UK in the position of:

Go-To-Market Manager

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.

About the Role:

At Sound United, we’re passionate about bringing joy to the world through sound. As one of the largest audio portfolio companies globally, we’re home to iconic brands like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology, Classé, and Boston Acoustics. Each brand carries its own legacy, and together, we’re shaping the future of home entertainment.

The Go-To-Market (GTM) Manager will lead product lifecycle management from launch to phase-out, ensuring readiness across channels and markets. This role interfaces with Marketing, Planning, Product Development, and Sales to drive successful product introductions and ongoing commercial performance.

What You Will Do:

• Manage NPIs and full product lifecycle (“Cradle to Grave”).
• Lead PSI and S&OP processes.
• Drive channelization and channel strategy.
• Conduct market, product, and competitor analysis.
• Own GFK contract and product compliance.
• Coordinate launch readiness and marketing interface.
• Maintain Product Line Charts and Range Plans.
• Oversee SOA approvals (with FP&A and Channel Directors).
• Manage product setup and warranty processes.
• Lead QBR and commercial reviews.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Experience in GTM, product management, or commercial strategy.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar focused role.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

What We Offer:

• A flexible work schedule where you will be able to work from home up to 40% and the remaining days in our office in Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
• You are going to work in an international team within a friendly global working atmosphere.
• HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation.
• top-notch employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, Bowers & Wilkins, AKG etc.)
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies.
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to drive revenue growth and nurture strategic trust-based relationships.

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