Demand Planner

Inter IKEA Group; Älmhult; On-site; SEK 382 000 - 601 000; Full time

Job summary

A global retail company is seeking a Demand Planner in Älmhult. You'll be responsible for creating demand plans and collaborating across supply chain functions. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong analytical skills. Join us to contribute to our food business transformation in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience from supply chain, ideally from retail.
• Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work with an end-to-end approach from supplier to customer.

Responsibilities

• Create a demand plan for the product portfolio.
• Contribute to developing the food range and digital capabilities.
• Establish long-term relationships across the supply chain functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

University degree in business/finance/logistics

Job description

Join to apply for the Demand Planner role at Inter IKEA Group.

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. A big mission that requires people with big passion. Come join us in this journey and let’s make the world better together!

Are you curious and passionate about contributing to the development of supply chain and people? Do you get energy from influencing, interacting, and working together with stakeholders to deliver great business results?

Right now, we are looking for a new Demand Planner to join the Range Area (RA) Food Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Supply Chain team.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impression, as IKEA Food is on a journey to transform the food business at IKEA across the whole value chain. You will lead a global assignment, contribute to expanding IKEA Food business, and have the trust and freedom to lead your assignment and organize your time. Your well‑being is our priority.

Job Description

As a Demand Planner at RA CPG, you will use different insights to create a demand plan for the portfolio of products under your responsibility, leading to a forecast on an operational and tactical horizon. You will be part of exciting projects to develop our food range, as well as to develop our digital and process capabilities within the IKEA ecosystem. As the main supply speaking partner with the Retail organisation, you will work closely with the Commercial colleagues at the Range Area and have direct contact with our Retail markets. You will contribute to building a smarter, slimmer, and more cost‑effective supply chain, enabling availability for our customers at the lowest possible cost.

Qualifications

• Have 1‑3 years of relevant experience from supply chain, ideally from retail.
• Have a university degree in business/finance/logistics or relevant experience.
• Have strong analytical skills with a problem‑solving approach.
• Can work with an end‑to‑end approach (supplier to customer), as well as dive into fine details when needed.
• Are a good Excel user and used to build reports.
• Can establish long‑term relationships and collaborate across the functions in the value chain.

You are motivated by problem solving, have good prioritization skills, a positive attitude, and you always look for ways to improve the business together with others. Since we are a truly international environment, you need to be fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Additional Information

If yes, please submit your CV and your answers to the following questions below, in English, by the 9th November:

• At IKEA we work through our values, like togetherness, simplicity and always improving. Can you describe a time when you made a decision that showed one of these values?
• Can you describe how you would approach creating a demand plan when facing limited historical data or rapid changes in consumer behaviour?

We look forward to receiving your application. (Please note that we will review applications and interview continuously and may close the position prior to the stated date)

This role is based in our office in Älmhult and we work best together, so we do want you to spend the majority of your working week in the office.

Questions about the position? Please contact Supply Chain Manager, Paula Serrano: [e-mail].

Questions about the recruitment process? You are welcome to contact People and Culture Recruiter, Carolina Reventberg: [e-mail].

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Supply Chain

Industries: Retail