Supply Chain, Demand Planning

On behalf of the client, we are looking for you who have the right qualifications, experience and personality for this assignment.Asignment
For our client we are looking for a Supply Chain, Demand Planning specialist.

Welcome to one of the world's oldest Start-ups! By constantly challenging themselves, Husqvarna has continued to develop their business for more than three centuries. This is their heritage. And their future. Do you want to be a part of this? Husqvarna AB is looking for a new talented colleague to strengthen their S&OP Organization.

Central Demand Planner
The S&OP Organization is responsible for the governance of aligning the operational and financial plans. The team plays a key role within the Residential EPAC business unit by making information transparent and by securing that cross functional proactive decisions are taken. S&OP process includes, among other things, the sub processes of creating demand, inventory and supply plans as well as following up on how well they execute their 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.

As Central Demand Planner for finished goods and accessories you will work in a dynamic global S&OP environment and cross functionally with sales, marketing, finance, product management and operations. Strong understanding of sales forecasting and planning best practices, analytical, statistical and reasoning skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively play a key role.

Areas of responsibility
Responsible for generating demand forecastsEnsuring accurate reporting and monitor KPIsApply future statistical projections and extrapolations based on historical sales data patterns and trendsStay close in collaboration and communication to stakeholders as Sales, Planners, Product management to understand markets, trends and other relevant information to create an accurate demand forecastSeek extrinsic knowledge from Sales, Product Management, Finance and Supply Planners to come to a forecast consensus for a 24-month rolling forecast horizonReporting and analysis of data for preparing business decisionsLead cross-functional meetingsDrive 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 building professional relationships. Fluent in English and Swedish, 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). Experience in working with Logility or another advanced demand planning system/software is beneficial.

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. You have a proven record of being target oriented, empowered, being used to take initiatives and be ambitious in delivering high quality on time. You will work mainly individually but be a part of a team supporting each other to reach common targets. The work also includes creating long-term relationships and co-operation with international colleagues within Husqvarna Group.

Personality
- Analytical
- Communicative
- Organized
- Strong work ethics
- Taking initiative

Formalities 
- Assignment period: 03 april 2023 - 31 december 2023
- Extent: 100%
- Location: Huskvarna
- Remote work: 50%
- Competence level: 4

Read more about competence level at: https://www.addilon.se/konsult/kompetensnivaer/

Application process
Addilon is our partner in this recruitment. Please apply (CV and personal letter in English) via the link. We will fill the position immediately after finding the right candidate. Questions about the position will be answered for you who proceed to an interview.

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