Global Demand Planner

Here We Grow: 

With over eight decades of history, Stokke began on Norway’s west coast in 1932, deeply rooted in Scandinavian heritage that emphasizes quality and craftsmanship. Known worldwide for exceptional children's products, Stokke has spent more than forty years blending Scandinavian design with a commitment to family bonding. Our products are crafted not only for today’s families but also for future generations, building a legacy of comfort and quality. As we grow internationally, our offices span Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, France, the U.S., and Asia, driven by our brand promise: "Confident Kids for a Better World."

Pursue Excellence, The Team:

Based in Amsterdam, the Global Demand Planner role operates with a global scope, focusing on collecting, maintaining, and acting on demand forecasts. The position requires close collaboration with regional sales, the Global Supply Planning team, and Finance to ensure seamless demand planning processes. By leveraging data-driven insights and advanced tools, the team strives to deliver precise forecasts and actionable strategies that drive business success.

Take Responsibility, The Position:

• Serve as the key user of the global planning tool Relex for demand forecasting.
• Chair the monthly Demand Management meetings.
• Act as a sub-owner of the global demand forecast, ensuring its accuracy and relevance.
• Collaborate closely with the global supply planning team based in Ålesund to align demand and supply strategies.
• Maintain regular interactions with all regional sales offices to ensure the quality and reliability of demand forecasts.
• Partner with Business and Product Managers to identify extraordinary demand drivers, such as promotions, campaigns, product launches, and phase-outs.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing demand forecast accuracy.
• Track and analyze demand forecast accuracy across regions.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of service-level classifications and safety stock strategies.

Better Together, The Ideal Profile:

• Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Engineering, or Business Development.
• Possesses 5-8 years of experience in global planning functions, Finance, or Supply Chain.
• Demonstrates strong Excel skills and proficiency in planning systems; experience with Power BI and S&OP is advantageous.
• Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Has a strong business understanding, ideally within the consumer goods industry.
• Displays excellent organizational skills in strategy formulation, communication at all levels, and execution.
• Exhibits a deep understanding of global demand dynamics, particularly in consumer goods.
• Capable of working cross-functionally in a global environment, influencing and challenging stakeholders effectively.
• Possesses strong leadership skills to drive collaboration and inspire the team.

Keep Growing, What We Offer:

Perhaps the biggest benefit of working at Stokke is the opportunity to work with a premium brand with products that are recognized around the world and have a common purpose: to encourage child development and to nurture family bonding.

You will also get to appreciate an international career with a host of learning opportunities in a growing brand that creates smart and sustainable premium products that stimulate children’s development.

This role is based in the heart of Amsterdam with an option to choose a hybrid office \ home setup. In addition we offer work from anywhere 4 weeks a year, 26 days of paid holidays, home office allowance, commuting allowances, employee assistance programs, pension schemes ad office lunches!