Demand Planning Manager Global Aftermarket

Husqvarna AB (publ); Huskvarna; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Husqvarna AB (publ) in Huskvarna, Sweden, seeks a Demand Planning Manager to lead our global demand planning and ensure aftermarket parts availability throughout the product lifecycle. You will report to the Manager of Demand Planning, Global Operations.

You will shape capabilities, align processes across the organization, manage a 24‑month horizon with bias control, and drive improvements in forecasting models and data use. Fluency in English is required; Swedish knowledge is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning and forecasting across a global organization.
• Experience driving transformation initiatives in cross‑functional, international environments.
• Proven ability to lead people and develop teams.
• Strong analytical capability and data‑driven decision making.
• Experience with planning systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in aftermarket, spare parts, or complex product structures is a strong advantage.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Swedish is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Shape a global demand planning capability for aftermarket business.
• Align demand planning practices across the global organization.
• Lead planning across a 24‑month rolling horizon with bias management.
• Improve forecasting models and data use, identify deviations and drive action.
• Define and monitor KPIs to support decisions and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of six demand planners.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Excel skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional

English fluency

Swedish advantage

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, logistics, operations management

Tools

Advanced planning systems

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

As Demand Planning Manager, you will ensure that parts and accessories are available to support our products throughout their lifecycle. This is a key role where you will lead and develop our global demand planning – an area that is central to how we drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. You will report to the Manager of Demand Planning, Global Operations.

Responsibilities

• Shape a global demand planning capability in a growing aftermarket business, directly impacting customer experience and commercial performance.
• Strengthen and align demand planning ways of working across the global organization, helping stakeholders navigate change as processes, tools, and forecasting capabilities evolve.
• Lead planning across a 24‑month rolling horizon, ensuring high forecast accuracy and actively managing bias.
• Continuously and strategically improve system‑driven forecasting models, strengthen data use, and proactively identify deviations to drive action based on trends and insights.
• Define and monitor key KPIs, using insights to support decision‑making and drive continuous improvement.
• Translate demand patterns into clear business recommendations and lead initiatives to enhance forecasting methods, tools, and processes globally.
• Lead, coach, and develop a growing team of six demand planners, building strong capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, logistics, operations management, or equivalent.
• Experience within demand planning, forecasting and supply chain planning.
• Experience driving transformation initiatives and working in cross‑functional, international environments with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead people and develop teams.
• Strong analytical capability and confidence working with data and KPIs.
• Experience with advanced planning systems and solid Excel skills.
• Experience from aftermarket, spare parts, or complex product structures is a strong advantage.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Knowledge of Swedish is considered an advantage.

Location

This position will be based in Huskvarna, Sweden.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.