Demand Planning & S&OP Excellence Manager

Were looking for a Demand Planning & S&OP Excellence Manager to lead our forecasting and planning transformation enabling world-class customer service and operational performance.

What youll do
As our Demand Planning & S&OP Excellence Manager you will be the driving force behind accurate forecasting demand insights and S&OP maturity. You will lead a team of Demand Planners and S&OP Excellence & Inventory Specialists combining analytical expertise with process leadership to create a best-in-class planning function.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead coach and develop your team to deliver best-in-class forecasting accuracy and planning capability.
• Forecasting & Demand Insights: Oversee statistical forecasting SKU segmentation and the integration of market intelligence into demand plans to anticipate customer needs and market shifts.
• S&OP Development & Governance: Drive continuous improvement of the S&OP process ensuring cross-functional alignment transparency and fact-based decision-making with seamless collaboration across Supply Chain Operations and Sales.
• S&OP Development & Governance: Drive the continuous evolution of S&OP ensuring demand planning drives fact-based decision-making with seamless collaboration across Supply Chain Operations and Sales.
• Planning Performance & Reporting: Track and report on forecast accuracy demand variability and S&OP effectiveness implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Inventory Management: Oversee inventory policies segmentation and KPIs to balance service working capital and obsolescence.
• Strategic Contribution: Translate demand signals into actionable insights for senior management balancing analytical rigor with commercial impact.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with key stakeholders to ensure demand plans align with service levels production and financial targets.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion best practices in demand planning embedding a culture of ongoing improvement in forecasting analytics and cross-functional collaboration.

Why youll love working with us

• Impact & Leadership: Shape how we forecast and plan elevating demand planning to a true strategic function.
• Global Reach Local Roots: Work in Sweden just outside Gothenburg while collaborating with colleagues worldwide.
• Innovation Meets Tradition: Experience the dynamism of a modern supply chain within the stability of a 326-year-old company.

At Husqvarna Construction we strive to create an inclusive diverse work environment where our differences are our strengths. Our winning culture is built on our beliefs: We are Bold We are Dedicated and We Care.

Location

This position is based in Jonsered. We offer a hybrid working model with at least 50% in office.

What youll bring
You are an experienced leader in demand planning and S&OP with a track record of improving forecasting processes accuracy and business outcomes in a complex or global environment.

You also have:

• Proven success managing demand planning teams and elevating S&OP maturity.
• Strong background in statistical forecasting SKU segmentation and integrating market intelligence with planning processes.
• Hands-on experience with planning systems (ideally Logility) and BI/analytical tools.
• Advanced analytical strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills.
• Business acumen and a passion for continuous improvement.

If youre passionate about leading high-performing teams elevating demand planning and optimizing supply chain planning we want to hear from you.

Your application

Does this sound like the opportunity you been waiting for Dont hesitate to apply as soon as possible. We do not accept applications via e-mail due to GDPR regulations.

For more information about the position please contact Hiring Manager Bjrn Sinclair Supply Chain Management Director at

For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition partner Katarina Engberg at

Husqvarna Construction

For more than 325 years we have driven innovation and technological development exceeding end-customers expectations. Husqvarna Construction a division of the Husqvarna Group is a world leader in machinery and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The foundation is built on product and technology leadership ensured by high investment levels in user-focused product development to offer professional end-users the most effective and efficient solutions. Products and services are distributed globally in all relevant sales channels. Please read more at date to apply: