Global S&OP Process Specialist Parts & Distribution Logistics

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About the job

As the Global S&OP Process Specialist you will play a key role within Alfa Lavals Global Spare Parts Planning Team part of Parts Distribution & Logistics (PDL).

In this role you will coordinate and facilitate the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process across multiple stakeholders ensuring alignment between supply planning business needs and operational execution. Acting as a central point of coordination you will drive collaboration across Business Units and Distribution Centers while supporting continuous improvements in planning processes and tools.

Some of your key responsibilities will be:

• Facilitate and coordinate S&OP governance meetings ensuring effective stakeholder engagement clear communication and timely follow-up on actions.

• Coordinate cross-functional supply planning activities across Business Units and Distribution Centers to optimize inventory levels while maintaining high customer service levels.

• Analyze planning data forecasts and supply chain performance to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Participate in and support supply chain improvement initiatives projects and system implementations.

The position can be based in either Stockholm or Lund Sweden.

Who are you

You are an analytical and structured professional who can quickly assess complex situations understand the impact of different decisions and draw meaningful conclusions from large volumes of data. You are a confident communicator who enjoys bringing people together facilitating discussions and driving alignment among diverse stakeholders.

With strong presentation skills and a collaborative mindset you build effective relationships across functions and create momentum in cross-functional initiatives. You are proactive organized and comfortable working in a dynamic international environment where coordination and stakeholder management are critical to success.

What you know

To be successful in this role you bring a solid supply chain planning background combined with strong coordination and stakeholder management skills. We believe you have:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Logistics Supply Chain Management Operations Management or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience within supply chain logistics inventory planning supply planning or related areas.

• Hands-on experience managing or actively participating in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.

• Strong experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and facilitating meetings involving multiple functions and business areas.

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate insights and recommendations.

• Experience working with forecasting statistical analysis planning data and predictive analytics.

• Project management experience and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles.

• Experience using Power BI or similar Business Intelligence and analytics tools.

• Familiarity with planning and ERP platforms such as Blue Yonder Luminate Movex and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365.

• Experience from the spare parts business is considered an advantage.

• Fluency in English both written and spoken.

For more information please contact

Jonas Wikbladh Supply Chain Planning Manager at or Raquel Herndon Talent Acquisition Partner at

For union information in Lund please contact:

Johan Ranhög Akademikerna

Monica Anderberg

Stefan Sandell Ledarna

For union information in Stockholm please contact

AxelSchäringAkademikerna

Anders Jansson Unionen

We are conducting a continuous review of received applications.

We do not accept applications via email due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Please send your application no later than 26th of July 2026. We will remove the job advert from our website as soon as we have found the right candidate so dont wait too long!

At Alfa Laval we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations for this particular role we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in Lund or Stockholm or have an established presence in these areas.

Our commitment to integrity
We care about diversity inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidates fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

As part of Alfa Lavals commitment to a safe and healthy workplace alcohol and drug testing is applied during the preemployment process.

Please note that due to the summer holiday period the recruitment process may take longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and understanding and we will ensure to keep candidates informed throughout the process.

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