Head of Global Planning

Are you ready to lead a global transformation in supply chain planning? We’re now looking for a Head of Global Planni ng – a ke y ro le in drivin g effi c iency , sustainability , and i nnovation by harmonizing planning practices and enabling advanced analytics to deliver exceptional customer value . Th is is an unique o p portunity to shap e th e future of our end - to -end supply chain and create a significant impact on busines s growth an d cus to m e r experienc e .    Shortly about us   We’re transforming in to a unified , intelligent supply chain that anticipates needs , empowers people , and drives profitable growth . This is a step toward creating a world-class customer experience through streamlined processes , advanced analytics , and sustainable l ogistics . By modernizing technology and fostering a high-performing , collaborative culture , we’re building an end-to-end supply chain that delivers reliability , transparency , and efficiency .    About the job   In this position , you set and lead globa l pl anning strategy a nd gover nance across de m and , s u pply , in ventor y , Sales & Operations Planning ( S&OP ) , and Sales & Operations Execut ion ( S& O E ) . You ensure ac c urate f orecasti n g , optimize d inventory , and stro ng alignment with busi n ess strategy and customer expectations b y drivin g pr ocess s tandardiz ation and enabl ing a dvanced a nalytics .     Key responsibilities include :     Owning global S&OP and S& O E cycles , ensuring decisions are made , actions tracked , and accountability enforced .   Approving demand , inventory , and supply plans and reconciling them against financial targets .   Establishing clear planning roles and governance to ensure consistency across regions.    Driving collaboration between global and regional planning teams, standardizing roles and processes .   Leading global planning improvement programs aligned with strategy .   Driving adoption of advanced analytics and digital planning solutions.   Partnering with IT and Master Data teams to enable current planning systems and future digital solutions.   S tandar dizing planning practices across Make - to - Order and Make - to - Stock process es, taking  full ownership of the entire product portfolio from a supply chain planning perspective.   The location for this position is globally flexible, preferably close to one of our sites – s uch as F agersta & Stockholm (Sweden), Guanzate (Italy), Pune (India), Bourges & Bouxwiller (Fr ance), Lottum (Netherl ands), Ci echanow (Poland) or Reynoldsville (US).   Your profile       We’re looking for a senior leader with a solid track record in global supply chain management within a multinational, matrix organization, covering end-to-end processes such as demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, and S&OP/S&OE. You have led plan ning strategies across complex, multi-reg ion envir onments and are skilled in process standardization. You’re familiar with ERP systems , for ecasting tools, and advanced analytics, using data-driven insights to guide decisions. Experience in change management , such as implementing new a dvanced planning systems or harmonizing global processes, is a strong advantage. Acting in a global environment calls for fluency in English.     You’re a stra tegic leader who inspires teams and aligns planning with long-term business goals – championing a customer-first mindset into every decision . Being analytical and detail-oriented, you turn complex data into actionable strategies. You’r e an influential communicator who builds trust across functions and geographies. Adaptable and resilient, you thrive in dynamic environments and embrace innovation and continuous improvement.   Our Seco culture       At Seco, we're united by a spirit of collaboration and a shared curiosity to learn and grow. We take responsibility for our actions, stay focused on our customers, and believe in winning together. For us, it’s also clear that our diversities form an amazing foundation for achieving great results . Curious about our workplace and benefits? Read more on our . You’re also welcome to visit our or to get to know us and our products further.