Global Demand Planner - Royal Copenhagen

Fiskars Group; Barlaston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Global Demand Planner to manage demand forecasts and improve accuracy. This role involves collaboration across teams and leveraging data for strategic planning. Join to influence the future of product availability and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Inclusive and Diverse Environment

Recognition and Rewards

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning or forecasting.
• Skilled in demand planning tools and data platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of demand forecasts at the SKU level.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer service teams.
• Monitor and report on key KPIs.

Skills

Analytical thinker

Collaborative communicator

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in supply chain, business, statistics, or related field

Tools

SAP IBP

Kinaxis

Oracle

Excel

SQL

Python

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At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!

VITA LUXURY BRANDS – A DIVISION OF FISKARS GROUP

At the heart of meaningful moments and celebrations worldwide, our luxury brands—Waterford, Royal Copenhagen, Georg Jensen, Wedgwood, Iittala, Royal Doulton, and others—represent timeless craftsmanship, elegant design, and a dedication to enhancing life’s most treasured experiences. From exquisite tableware and décor to iconic lifestyle pieces, these brands embody a legacy of quality and innovation.

These renowned names are part of VITA, a division of Fiskars Group, a company with over 375 years of history. For centuries, we’ve crafted products that inspire creativity, beauty, and functionality in daily life. Today, we blend heritage with modernity to create designs that enrich homes and lives around the world. With a legacy rooted in excellence, Fiskars Group ensures these iconic brands continue to thrive and resonate with consumers everywhere.

OUR ROLE – GLOBAL DEMAND PLANNER – ROYAL COPENHAGEN

We’re looking for a Global Demand Planner to lead the forecasting process across one of our core business units. In this role, you’ll manage demand forecasts from short to long term, improve forecast accuracy and value, and ensure alignment between commercial plans and supply chain operations. This role is key in shaping how we plan for the future—so we can serve our customers with precision, efficiency, and consistency.

Reporting to our global supply chain team, this hybrid role will be based at our Barlaston, United Kingdom location.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be the forecasting expert who helps turn insight into action and plans into performance.

• Lead the development of demand forecasts at the SKU level—short-term (0–3 months) and long-term (3–18 months)
• Work closely with sales, marketing, retail, and customer service teams to factor in promotions, new product launches, and market trends
• Measure and continuously improve forecast accuracy, bias, and forecast value add (FVA)
• Play a key role in our global planning transformation—standardizing processes and driving best practices across the business
• Use scenario planning and risk analysis to help the business prepare for what’s ahead
• Collaborate with supply planning and inventory teams to align demand with supply
• Leverage tools and automation to streamline planning processes and reduce manual work
• Monitor and report on key KPIs, helping stakeholders understand risks, gaps, and opportunities
  
  
  

Who You Are

You love turning data into direction—and strategy into something everyone can act on.

• Education and expertise: You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain, business, statistics, or a related field, and 3–5 years of experience in demand planning or forecasting
• Forecasting pro: You’re skilled in demand planning tools like SAP IBP, Kinaxis, or Oracle—and love using data platforms like Excel, SQL, or Python to make smarter decisions
• Analytical thinker: You’re confident building statistical models and making sense of complex trends
• Collaborative communicator: You work well across teams and functions, keeping everyone aligned and informed
• Certified: APICS certifications (like CPIM or CSCP) are a strong plus
  
  
  

START YOUR JOURNEY AT FISKARS GROUP

We are eagerly awaiting your application. We review applications on a continuous basis, so please submit your cv today. Don’t worry about a cover letter—your application is enough indication of your interest.

We are committed to protecting your personal data, so we only accept applications through our career website.

Last day of application:

2025-05-28

At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.

Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.

Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.

Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Our brands include Fiskars, Georg Jensen, Gerber, Iittala, Moomin Arabia, Royal Copenhagen, Waterford, and Wedgwood. Our brands are present in more than 100 countries, and we have close to 450 own stores. We have approximately 7,000 employees and our global net sales in 2023 were EUR 1.1 billion.

We are driven by our common purpose: Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. In 2024, we are celebrating our 375th anniversary. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth.

Read more: fiskarsgroup.com

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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