Demand Planning Manager

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! FISKARS Demand Planning Manager OUR ROLE Demand Planning Manager is accountable for delivering EMEA demand plan in collaboration with Sales by integrating statistical baseline with campaign and new product forecasts. This role leads EMEA demand planning team and process across both the tactical S&OP and short term horizon, ensuring that demand assumptions are reliable and realistic, risks and opportunities are transparent, and demand plan is aligned with the business plans. High level of collaboration with Sales and Sales Finance is essential to secure a shared view of demand drivers, commercial priorities and financial implications. Demand Planning Manager drives continuous improvement of forecasting processes, tools, quality of demand plan and team capabilities. This position is based in Espoo, Finland and reports to the Director, Planning EMEA . The role is full-time and follows a hybrid working model. WHAT YOU'LL DO AT FISKARS Demand Planning — Manage, consolidate, and communicate regional and category demand plans, including risks, opportunities and key drivers. Lead demand review meetings with sales regions and ensure alignment with business plans. Statistical Forecasting — Coordinate and develop statistical forecast process and quality up to an 18‑month horizon. NPD Forecasting — Monitor new product forecast against business case and flag and solve biggest deviations with product and sales teams. Demand–Supply Balancing — Create Demand-Supply Balancing scenarios in collaboration with E2E Planning teams for decision making. Sales and Operations Execution — Oversee the short‑term execution process with E2E Planning and Sales Teams and manage availability allocation in supply shortage situations with Customer Service. Track performance vs. forecast and identify over/under‑forecast situations and assign corrective actions. Team Leadership — Actively coach and develop demand planning team members to strengthen functional excellence and drive continuous development and learning culture. Ways of Working Development — Develop and enhance planning processes, tools, and governance within your scope and across EMEA and globally driving increased maturity and standardization. WHO YOU ARE Experience: MSc in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering, MBA or similar. 5+ years in Supply Chain preferably IBP/S&OP/S&OE, demand or supply planning. Strong understanding of IBP/S&OP processes, demand planning and forecasting, supply and inventory planning and supply chain fundamentals. Experience operating in multi‑market / global Supply Chain environments. Proven track record in leading cross‑functional planning processes or projects influencing decision making across commercial, supply chain, and finance. Experience with advanced planning systems (APS), ERP, and analytics tools like Power Bi. Leadership experience either direct people leadership or matrix leadership. Professional working proficiency in English (daily working language in Fiskars). Characteristics: Strong analytical and conceptual thinker – able to translate complex situations and data into clear options, scenarios, actions and proposals. Structured communicator — skilled at simplifying complexity and presenting insights in a clear, actionable way for stakeholders. Collaborative — builds trust and alignment, works effectively with multiple functions and regions. Decision‑oriented — comfortable making trade‑offs and balancing risk, cost, and service. Process and continuous improvement driven — instinctively looks for opportunities to enhance and standardize processes and improve performance. Strategic yet hands‑on — ability to move between long‑term and strategic topics and short‑term execution and details. START YOUR JOURNEY AT FISKARS GROUP We are eagerly awaiting your application. We review applications on a continuous basis, so please submit your CV in English today. We are committed to protecting your personal data, so we only accept applications through our career website. #LI-VC1 Last day of application: 2026-06-13 ***** 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. ***** Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group's global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars. BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita's reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita's net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites. BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars' net sales were EUR 547 million. Read more: fiskarsgroup.com Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group's global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars. BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita's reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita's net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites. BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars' net sales were EUR 547 million. Read more: fiskarsgroup.com