Senior Manager, Global Network Planning
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!
SENIOR MANAGER, GLOBAL NETWORK PLANNING
OUR ROLE
VITA, a part of Fiskars Group, is home to some of the world’s most iconic heritage and luxury interior brands, including Royal Copenhagen, Iittala, and Georg Jensen. Our mission is to make the everyday extraordinary through timeless design and superior craftsmanship.
As part of our commitment to delivering operational excellence, we are seeking a Senior Manager, Global Network Planning to oversee and optimize our supply chain network. In this key role, you will lead efforts to ensure product availability and inventory readiness across the network, from suppliers to distribution centers. Your work will drive capacity utilization, optimize inventory levels, and align production planning with our overall supply chain strategies, enabling a responsive and efficient global network.
Reporting to our Planning Director, this hybrid role can be based in Barlaston, United Kingdom or Copenhagen, Denmark.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Optimize Supply Chain Networks: Oversee the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring seamless integration of activities from suppliers to DCs while balancing cost efficiency with availability goals
Drive Production Planning: Lead factory production planning teams, translating monthly supply plans into actionable weekly production schedules and addressing capacity bottlenecks
Track and Enhance KPIs: Develop and monitor key performance indicators such as product availability, inventory management, and capacity utilization, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement
Lead a Global Team: Manage and mentor a global team of network and production planners, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation
Develop Strategic Plans: Shape long term strategies for supply chain design and optimization while overseeing mid and short term tactical plans to align inventory and capacity with market needs
Champion Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement best practices, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency and responsiveness across the network
WHO YOU ARE
Education and Expertise: A Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, with 7 to 10 years of experience in network and production planning, ideally in global manufacturing or consumer goods environments
Proven Success: Demonstrated achievements in optimizing supply chain networks, managing inventory, and improving capacity utilization across complex systems
Leadership and Collaboration: Strong experience leading diverse teams across geographies and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Technical and Analytical Excellence: Expertise in advanced planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Oracle) and analytics platforms (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python), with the ability to balance service, cost, and operational efficiency
Certifications: APICS certifications (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent highly preferred
Problem Solving and Innovation: A proactive mindset with exceptional problem solving skills and a dedication to driving continuous improvement in dynamic, fast paced environments
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.
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Last day of application:
2025-04-20*****
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.
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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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At Fiskars Group, we are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Senior Manager, Global Network Planning to join our dynamic team in Frederiksberg. In the heart of our VITA division, which encompasses renowned brands like Royal Copenhagen and Iittala, this role is pivotal in revolutionizing how we deliver our exceptional products. You'll be the driving force behind optimizing our supply chain network, ensuring that our iconic items are readily available while maintaining inventory efficiency. As you collaborate with teams across geographies, you'll translate complex production plans into practical weekly schedules, all while spearheading efforts to track and improve KPIs that matter to our operations. The nature of your work will not only enhance our capacity utilization but also align perfectly with market demands, balancing cost and availability. We’re looking for someone with a rich background in supply chain management, honed over 7 to 10 years, preferably with experience in global manufacturing. Your expertise in advanced planning tools like SAP and your knack for innovative problem-solving will be crucial as you lead a diverse team committed to excellence. If you’re ready to make a real impact and help shape the future of Fiskars Group, we would love to have you on board. Join us, and let’s make the everyday extraordinary together!
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