Director, Digital - HR

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.

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary and strategic Digital HR Leader to drive the transformation of our Enterprise HR function into a modern, technology-enabled, and data-driven operation.

Reporting to the HARMAN Automotive VP Digital, this role will focus on leading a team of around 8 to 10 HR digital professionals and will have 3 direct reports, designing end-to-end HR data architecture, aligning employee master data with skills and competencies, automating processes to enhance efficiency and employee experience, and architecting scenario planning capabilities to proactively do strategic planning

The ideal candidate will not only have expertise in HR technologies and digital transformation but also excel in building, mentoring, and empowering teams (both matrixed and direct) to foster innovation and deliver impactful results.

What You Will Do

• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:
  • Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to HR leaders and other senior business leaders, translating organizational needs into innovative digital solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and integration of HR technologies.
  • Act as a thought leader on emerging HR technology trends, ensuring innovation and future readiness.
• Digital Transformation Leadership:
  • Partner with HR leadership and business leaders to drive technology-driven improvements in employee experience and HR operations.
  • Drive the adoption of cutting-edge HR technologies including core HR, payroll processing, Talent management and Learning platform applications enhanced through AI, machine learning, and automation, to create a future-ready HR function.
  • Identify and drive automation of manual HR processes to improve efficiency and accuracy of HR operations and employee experience.
  • Enable predictive and prescriptive analytics to support workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement strategies.
  • Leverage AI/ML tools to analyze employee feedback and predict trends that impact engagement and retention.
  • Implement self-service tools and solutions for employees and managers, enabling a seamless digital experience.
  • Implement chatbots, AI-powered tools, and mobile-friendly solutions to provide 24/7 access to HR services and resolve routine queries efficiently.
  • Build advanced tools and frameworks to enable scenario planning for workforce expansion, contraction, and restructuring aligned with business strategies.
• End-to-End Data Architecture:
  • Design and manage a scalable, integrated HR data architecture aligned to Automotive end to end data architecture that enables seamless system interoperability and data-driven decision-making. Harmonize HR data across systems to establish a single source of truth for workforce analytics and planning.
  • Leverage advanced analytics and AI to deliver actionable insights and scenario planning for workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement.
  • Leverage RPA/workflow tools, self-service portals, AI to automate and drive efficiencies in HR operations
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and accessibility across all HR platforms.
  • Continuously improve existing HR technology solutions and data framework to address evolving organizational needs.
• Execution, Change Management and Governance
  • Prepare Digital HR roadmap, lead the execution of digital HR initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budgets.
  • Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions, ensuring continuous improvement and adaptability.
  • Ensure all HR systems and processes comply with relevant data privacy regulations and internal security standards.
• People Leadership of HR Digital Professionals:
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of HR digital professionals, including technology specialists, data analysts, and process experts.
  • Set clear goals, provide guidance, and empower team members to deliver on key transformation initiatives. Promote talent development within the team to ensure alignment with emerging HR technology trends and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Information Systems, or a related field (MBA preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive experience leading HR technology modernization and digital transformation with hands-on experience in core HR, Payroll, Talent Management systems
• Deep understanding of HR systems, automation tools, analytical tools, and data architecture best practices
• Proven success in building and leading teams of HR digital professionals, fostering collaboration, and driving results
• Advanced experience in designing and managing end-to-end HR data architecture, including aligning employee master data with skills and workforce needs
• Solid understanding of HR functions, employee lifecycle, and workforce planning
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage across all organizational levels
• Strong demonstrated program management experience, proficient in driving organizational change and fostering adoption of digital tools and processes

Preferred Skills:

• Technical certifications of underlying technologies (e.g., Workday, ADP payroll)
• Knowledge of advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning in HR forecasting and operations
• Strong change management skills to lead organizational transformation and adoption of new tools
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF)

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel up to 20%, including international travel (team collaboration, customers, partners, and conferences)
• Flexibility to work remotely or from a HARMAN office hub
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer)

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
• 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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$ 185,250 - $ 271,700

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.