As Director of Workforce Transformation at HARMAN, architect enterprise-wide transformation initiatives using digital innovation and AI. Leading strategic workforce planning and HR strategies to drive operational excellence and measurable outcomes.
Responsibilities
Architect and lead the workforce transformation strategy, connecting enterprise vision with execution harnessing the power of AI, digital platforms, and advanced analytics to drive measurable business outcomes and operational excellence across global teams.
Design and implement innovative HR strategies that support organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and a culture of inclusion, agility, and continuous improvement, leveraging technology to enable scalable impact.
Drive and collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure strategic alignment and execution across talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, and DEI.
Lead cross-functional transformation programs, including operating model design, organizational restructures, mergers & acquisitions, and location strategy.
Champion a future-ready workforce by integrating digital platforms, experimental approaches, and AI-driven solutions into all transformation initiatives.
Oversee strategic program planning, portfolio delivery management, and strategic critical path development to meet business milestones.
Monitor external labor market trends, benchmarking, and competitive intelligence, using AI-powered tools and data-driven insights to inform strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the board.
Develop and execute comprehensive long-term workforce planning strategies, aligned with business strategy, market trends, and future skills needs, utilizing predictive analytics, AI-powered modeling, and digital workforce platforms.
Lead organizational design initiatives to optimize structure, roles, and capabilities, integrating digital platforms and AI-driven insights to support scalable change.
Communicate progress, insights, and recommendations to executive stakeholders through compelling presentations and executive-level updates.
Requirements
10+ years of progressive experience in Workforce Strategy or HR transformation, workforce planning, transformation leadership, or management consulting.
Proven success in leading strategic planning, organizational design, and data-driven HR initiatives.
Proven success leading cross-functional, enterprise-wide transformation programs in global or matrixed organizations.
Strong analytical, facilitation, and executive communication skills; adept at financial modeling, business case development, and data-driven decision-making.
Experience with program governance, change management, and value realization frameworks.
Strong business acumen and ability to influence at the executive level.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MBA or related field) preferred.
Benefits
Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies.
Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global environment.
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
Tuition Reimbursement.
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
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