Central Demand Planner, Light Agriculture

Are you experienced in supply chain and is working with numbers your call? Do you have a passion for working in a true global environment? Then this could be the right position for you.
Husqvarna Group is the world’s largest producer of outdoor power products including robotic lawn mowers, garden tractors, chainsaws and trimmers. The Group is also the European leader in consumer watering products and one of the world leaders in cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The Group’s products and solutions are sold via dealers and retailers to both consumers and professional users in more than 100 countries. The head office is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and the share is listed on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm Exchange.
The S&OP Organization is the company’s heart where information from sales, manufacturing and finance are compiled to transparent information supporting decision making. S&OP process includes the sub processes of creating demand, inventory and supply plans as well as following up on how well we execute our plans.
The S&OP organization is also coordinating the supply of goods from factories and suppliers to sales companies and distributors. All communication between sales companies/distributors and factories/suppliers, with regards to forecasts, orders, delivery information etc, is routed via this department.
Business Unit Light Agriculture is responsible for sales within Latin America, Africa and Asia. We are a true global organization with spirit of entrepreneurship operating on many fast growing markets.
As Central Demand Planner you will work closely together with other functions in our business unit as sales, finance and product management as well as your close colleagues in the S&OP team.
Areas of responsibility
Responsible for generating demand forecasts
Be close to our sales regions to gather input and align on demand plans
Lead cross-functional meetings
Ensuring accurate reporting and monitor KPIs
Analysis of data for preparing business decisions
Drive continuous process improvements

Qualifications
You have an excellent understanding of supply chain processes and a relevant university degree. Experience of relevant demand forecasting or sales planning is beneficial. Excellent and effective in interpersonal communication, presentation and negotiation. Fluent in English, both in speaking and writing. Strong capability to work cross functional is required as well as extensive knowledge and understanding of how to analyze & model data from different sources for preparing key business decisions (e.g. advanced Excel skills, PowerBI).
You should be analytical, structured, organized and thorough. Being service minded and flexible is natural for you as well as demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment.
Location
Huskvarna
Your application
Can you envision yourself being a part of this? If so, apply as soon as possible, but not later than 2022-10-16. we apply ongoing selection. We do not accept applications via e-mail due to GDPR regulations.
If you have any questions regarding the position please contact Sebastian Glaas, Talent Acquisition partner at sebastian.glaas@husqvarnagroup.com.
What happens after you applied?
When the application date is due, we will review all applications. If we believe you are a potential candidate for the role, you will be invited for an initial interview. If you aren’t chosen to proceed in the process, you will be informed of this at the latest when the position has been filled.