Global Brand Manager, Luxury & Embedded Audio

Description & Requirements

Introduction: 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 Luxury/Synthesis, Revel, Mark Levinson, and ARCAM
• Help shape HARMAN’s Embedded Audio business by bringing premium audio experiences to third-party products and platforms

About the Role

As the Global Brand Manager, Luxury & Embedded Audio, you will shape, develop, and execute the strategic global positioning and guidelines for HARMAN’s portfolio of luxury audio brands (JBL Luxury/Synthesis, Revel, Mark Levinson, and ARCAM), while also supporting the growth of HARMAN Embedded Audio (HEA) solutions across third-party partner products.

This role requires a seasoned brand and marketing leader with deep experience in luxury and/or professional audio products. This role will report to the Global Brand Strategy Director and is based in Northridge, CA.

What You Will Do

• Lead global brand positioning, planning, and governance for HARMAN’s luxury audio and embedded audio portfolio by driving market research, strategic planning, and brand standards across B2B and consumer touchpoints
• Lead GTM planning for key luxury and HEA product launches
• Drive brand-led thinking across functions—from product development through marketing
• Oversee regular updates to website content, lead redesigns as needed
• Oversee development of luxury brand creative (campaign key visuals, videos, lifestyle/in-situ photography and more)
• Oversee planning and execution of luxury and HEA trade events, including developing sales enablement materials such as pitch decks
• Oversee external agencies and vendors, holding them accountable for performance, budget, and quality standards. Lead negotiations and resolve issues to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Use sophisticated analytical thought to interpret business challenges, evaluate campaign results, and present actionable insights. Recommend and implement improvements to products, processes, or services based on data and best practices.
• Communicate difficult concepts clearly and negotiate differing perspectives with senior stakeholders or external partners to drive alignment and adoption of new approaches.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 7+ years of experience in brand or marketing management within global or matrixed organizations
• Deep familiarity with luxury audio products (amplifiers, speakers, high-end home theater systems, streamers/DACs), their use cases, sales/distribution channels, and target consumers.
• B2B marketing experience
• Expertise in brand positioning and cross-functional leadership
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and external vendor relationships
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance in highly complex situations
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience interpreting business challenges and implementing innovative solutions
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey difficult concepts to diverse audiences
• Hands-on experience with creative development, agency management, and campaign tracking across digital, social, and traditional media channels
• Experience with budget management and performance reporting systems (e.g., Allocadia)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with regional teams, stakeholders, and vendors globally.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Background in consumer products, technology, or related industries.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel 15% domestically and internationally.
• Be open to working in the Northridge, CA office (hybrid option available; flexibility to come into the office on short notice when needed is appreciated).
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer).

What We Offer

• Competitive wellness benefits and 401K Retirement Savings plan.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities.
• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment.
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, Bowers & Wilkins, Dennon, Marantz, Polk, Definitive Technologies).
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

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Pay Transparency

$ 117,000 - $ 171,600

Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.

Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.

Benefits

HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

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. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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You Belong Here 

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.() 

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 View email address on us.fitly.work . Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.