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Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transform tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-tracking 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 a Finance Business Partner, you will act as a key liaison between Finance and the RFQ teams, supporting business intake, coordinating inputs, utilizing quote tools and processes, and actively participating in cross-functional team meetings. The role reports to the Regional Finance Business Partner or Controlling Director.
What You Will Do
Details about day-to-day job functionality and the role itself.
Support Business Case activities from intake to Award, including, but not limited to:
Lead RFQ intake and framing; clarify scope, premises, and exclusions; create and maintain the RFQ status and timeline
Build the BC and validate inputs; reconcile prior revisions and provide variance analysis
Variable cost including Material, Licenses, Manufacturing Labor & Investments, Engineering spend, and Warranty estimates
Commercial inputs including Volume, Pricing, reimbursements and APR/BPI
Consolidate risks and commitments; quantify impacts; validate mitigation plans and maintain maturity ratings within the case
Run scenarios and sensitivities; surface commercial levers and trade-offs; recommend options to CAMs/SBU
Orchestrate cross-functional inputs; ensure systems and tools are setup (ex: TCPCM, Easyplanning P-codes, Salesforce, SharePoint, etc.) and structures are aligned to the baseline
Supporting business case reviews with SBU controlling and CAM stakeholders
Prepare approval materials; coordinate GAR/GRO/VCOM approvals and track conditions to close.
Upon award, reconcile final scope/contract vs. quoted baseline; freeze the baseline and hand over a complete package to execution teams
Ensure RFQ process, tools, and approvals are followed, escalate as necessary
Review and align BC status with Finance Business Partner
Participate in cross-functional collaboration activities
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
3-5 years in project/business controlling, program management, or cost management.
Basic knowledge of automotive RFI/RFQ processes.
Skilled in SAP, financial planning tools, financial modeling, and Excel.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
Experience with cross-functional collaboration and customer account management.
What Makes You Eligible
Willing to travel as needed.
Flexible with working hours due to global infrastructure demands.
Ability to work from an office in Queretaro.
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
What We Offer
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
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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.