Global Brand Manager, Luxury & Embedded Audio

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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