Demand Planner

Husqvarna UK Ltd.; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor products company in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a Demand Planner to join their Go-To-Market organization. The role involves creating and managing demand forecasts in collaboration with various internal teams, ensuring high-quality service to customers. Candidates should have a degree in Supply Chain Management and 3 years' experience in demand planning. This position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance-Based Incentives

Life Assurance

Pension & Retirement Plans

Flexible Working Arrangements

Learning & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in Demand Planning.
• Experience working in an international matrix environment.
• Alignment with company values: Be BOLD, Act with CARE, Stay DEDICATED.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage demand forecasts with sales and finance teams.
• Analyse sales history, market trends, and promotional plans.
• Monitor performance indicators related to forecast accuracy.

Skills

Proficient with Demand Planning Tools

Advanced Excel skills

Strong & transparent communication

Sales oriented

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Education

Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Power BI

Job description

At Husqvarna Group, we believe that true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With over 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries — not for the sake of change, but to make a meaningful difference for our customers, our teams, and the world around us.

Being bold means stepping outside our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. But we do so with care — always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards. Our dedication fuels our progress. We work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how weWin Through Culture— by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a global team that’s driven by purpose, innovation, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Demand Planner you will play a key role within the Go-To-Market organisation of the Gardena Division, reporting to the Regional Demand Planning Manager.

You’ll work closely with the Country Manager and other internal partners (KAM, Marketing, Finance, BU, customer care) to create, phase and maintain a 18 month forecast contributing to our mission of delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions to our customers.

The positions requires excellent ability to work and communicate transparently in cross-functional teams with multiple stakeholders, and backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Create, manage and adjust short-, medium-, demand forecasts in collaboration with sales, finances, marketing, and supply chain teams.
• Analyse sales history, market trends, and promotional plans to build reliable forecasts.
• Actively participate in regional demand planning meetings
• Monitor performance indicators (KPIs) related to forecast accuracy. (BIAS/WAPE/Forecast coverage)
• Identify gaps between forecasts and actuals, and propose corrective action plans.
• Contribute to the management of commercial operations (e.g., additional volumes, feasibility checks, integration into forecasting tool and sales request files).
• Liaise with supply planner to proactively communicate demand changes impacting inventory and stock transfers
• Ensure correct and smooth product lifecycle, at demand planning side (phase-in phase-out)
• Be proactive in improving planning processes.

What We’re Looking for

• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management,
• 3 years’ experience in Demand Planning
• Experience working in an international matrix environment
• Proficient with Demand Planning Tools and Power BI.
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical approach to data
• Strong & transparent communication
• Sales oriented
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Alignment with our values: Be BOLD, Act with CARE, and Stay DEDICATED

What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive — both at work and beyond.

• Competitive Salary– Rewarding your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Performance-Based Incentives– Recognising and celebrating your achievements.
• Life Assurance– Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary.
• My Husqvarna Benefits Platform– Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme– Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments
• Recognised for Excellence– Proud recipients of theBetter Health at Work Award – Maintaining ExcellenceandInvestors in People – Silver Certification.
• Pension & Retirement Plans– Company Matched up to 8%. Helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Learning & Development Opportunities– Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.
• Flexible Working Arrangements– Supporting hybrid work and flexible hours where possible.
• Global Career Pathways– Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

Last date to apply:

We are continuously accepting applications

Shape the Future with Us

At Husqvarna Group, we believe that true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With over 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries — not for the sake of change, but to make a meaningful difference for our customers, our teams, and the world around us.

Being bold means stepping outside our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. But we do so with care — always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards. Our dedication fuels our progress. We work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how weWin Through Culture— by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a global team that’s driven by purpose, innovation, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Role at Husqvarna UK

As a Demand Planner you will play a key role within the Go-To-Market organisation of the Gardena Division, reporting to the Regional Demand Planning Manager.

You’ll work closely with the Country Manager and other internal partners (KAM, Marketing, Finance, BU, customer care) to create, phase and maintain a 18 month forecast contributing to our mission of delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions to our customers.

The positions requires excellent ability to work and communicate transparently in cross-functional teams with multiple stakeholders, and backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Create, manage and adjust short-, medium-, demand forecasts in collaboration with sales, finances, marketing, and supply chain teams.
• Analyse sales history, market trends, and promotional plans to build reliable forecasts.
• Actively participate in regional demand planning meetings
• Monitor performance indicators (KPIs) related to forecast accuracy. (BIAS/WAPE/Forecast coverage)
• Identify gaps between forecasts and actuals, and propose corrective action plans.
• Contribute to the management of commercial operations (e.g., additional volumes, feasibility checks, integration into forecasting tool and sales request files).
• Liaise with supply planner to proactively communicate demand changes impacting inventory and stock transfers
• Ensure correct and smooth product lifecycle, at demand planning side (phase-in phase-out)
• Be proactive in improving planning processes.

What We’re Looking for

• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management,
• 3 years’ experience in Demand Planning
• Experience working in an international matrix environment
• Proficient with Demand Planning Tools and Power BI.
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical approach to data
• Strong & transparent communication
• Sales oriented
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Alignment with our values: Be BOLD, Act with CARE, and Stay DEDICATED

What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive — both at work and beyond.

• Competitive Salary– Rewarding your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Performance-Based Incentives– Recognising and celebrating your achievements.
• Life Assurance– Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary.
• My Husqvarna Benefits Platform– Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme– Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Support– Including medical, dental, and mental health services.
• Recognised for Excellence– Proud recipients of theBetter Health at Work Award – Maintaining ExcellenceandInvestors in People – Silver Certification.
• Generous Holiday & Leave Policies– 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension & Retirement Plans– Company Matched up to 8%. Helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Learning & Development Opportunities– Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.
• Flexible Working Arrangements– Supporting hybrid work and flexible hours where possible.
• Global Career Pathways– Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

Last date to apply:

We are continuously accepting applications

About Us

Shaping great experiences is what we do. With our passion for innovation, we create new solutions to enhance urban and green spaces used and loved by many. Transforming the way the world care for outdoor environments.For more than three centuries we have kept innovating and re-inventing our business.Today we’re the world’s leading producer of outdoor power products for forest, park and garden care, watering products and power tools for construction

Our differences are our strength

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. We are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. Together as a team, we can bring the best ideas to life.

Diversity and inclusion is about each and every one of us. We are curious, bold, and built by our differences. At Husqvarna Group, we choose to build on various perspectives to create a company that is stronger – and where we have fun together.

Learn more about our diversity and inclusion journey here .