Supply Planning Analyst

HARMAN; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Employee discounts

HARMAN University training

Be Brilliant program

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

HARMAN Lifestyle is seeking a Supply Planning Analyst in Amsterdam to orchestrate end-to-end supply planning for multiple business units across the EMEA region.

You will partner with the EMEA Supply Chain and Global teams in Shenzhen to ensure product availability, optimize stock, and drive continuous process improvements in a fast-paced, international environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply planning or a similar analytical role.
• Experience with SAP ECC/HANA and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply planning for assigned business units across the EMEA network.
• Support compliance analysis and ensure timely availability of Lifestyle products.
• Liaise between EMEA Supply Chain and Global Supply Chain teams in Shenzhen, China.
• Monitor stock levels, safety stock, and peak demand readiness; manage lifecycle activities.
• Drive process improvements and coordinate product launches with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Excel

SAP ECC/HANA

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration

Tools

SAP ECC/HANA

Qlik Sense

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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 JBL and Harman/Kardon.

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 Europe and has creative ideas.

You will join our Supply Chain department in Amsterdam, The Netherlands in the position of:

Supply Planning Analyst

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\'ll Be Part Of

If you enjoy working in a dynamic, international environment and collaborating with teams across different regions, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact across EMEA.

As a Supply Planning Analyst, you\'ll be a key link between the EMEA Supply Chain team and the Centralized Global Supply Chain team in Shenzhen, China. You\'ll support EMEA compliance analysis, help ensure the timely availability of Lifestyle consumer products across the UK Hub and EMEA Central Warehouse, and manage supply planning activities for your assigned business unit.

How You\'ll Make An Impact

• Manage end-to-end supply planning for assigned Business Units, ensuring the right products are available at the right time across the EMEA network.
• Support EMEA compliance analysis, acting as a key partner in ensuring supply chain activities align with regional requirements and internal policies.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the EMEA Supply Chain organization and the Global Supply Chain Management team in Shenzhen, China.
• Monitor supply gaps, maintain safety stock levels, prepare for peak demand periods, and manage key product lifecycle activities, including NPI, phase-out, and Last Time Buy.
• Monitor vendor liabilities and proactively identify mitigation actions to minimize supply risks.
• Create and manage stock transfer orders between the EMEA Central Warehouse and UK Hub to support efficient product availability.
• Partner with Trade Marketing and cross-functional stakeholders to support product launches, promotions, and business initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through supply chain optimization and process improvement projects.
• Act as a backup for team members, helping ensure continuity of day-to-day operations.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Master\'s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Supply Chain, or a similar analytical role.
• Experience balancing inventory, supply, and business requirements within a complex supply chain environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Experience working with SAP ECC/HANA.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across regions and cultures.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and accountable, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with SAP IBP.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience leading process improvement or supply chain optimization initiatives.
• Experience with Qlik Sense or similar reporting and analytics tools.
• Experience working within a global or regional supply chain organization.

What You Can Expect

• 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 products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to drive revenue growth and nurture strategic trust-based relationships.

Pay Transparency

The above represents the annual gross base salary range for this role.

Variable compensation and allowances: Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may also be available, such as quarterly or annual bonus pay, commission payments, long term incentive compensation, or certain allowances. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

How we set pay: The pay posted is a reasonable estimate of the wage range anticipated for this position. Pay is determined using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, role scope/responsibilities, and location-based market factors (where applicable). In appropriate circumstances, based on objective, job-related factors, the final determination on pay may deviate from the posted range.

Pay history: Please do not include current or past pay information in your application. We do not request pay history as part of our recruitment process.

Benefits: HARMAN is interested in supporting the health and wellbeing of employees and offers a range of benefits. Offerings vary by country and employment arrangement and reflect a combination of statutory requirements and company-provided programs. These may include paid time off and holidays, sick and family leave, as well as health and wellbeing support and retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with other locally relevant benefits. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

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.

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.( www.harman.com )

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.