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Global Demand Excellence Manager

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 3 days ago

Essity

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Essity doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations, Analytics or a related field.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations, Analytics or a related field.
Extensive experience in Integrated Business Planning, planning technology, Supply Chain Excellence or related transformation roles within a global organization.
Strong knowledge of Demand Management processes and planning technologies such as SAP IBP, combined with proven ability to execute AI end to end: identifying use cases, building AI-powered tools and automations, and embedding them into day-to-day planning processes.
An innovative and collaborative leader who challenges the status quo, translates complex technology into business value, influences across functions, drives change and inspires others to adopt new ways of working.

Languages

Fluent in English

The role

Ready to shape the future of demand planning through AI, innovation and transformation? Join us and help redefine what planning excellence looks like.

As Global Demand Excellence Manager, you will drive the evolution of Demand Management across Health & Medical. This role focuses on transforming planning capabilities, advancing Integrated Business Planning (IBP) maturity, accelerating digital innovation, and enabling the adoption of AI-driven solutions.

Working across global teams, you will connect business needs, planning standards and technology capabilities to build a more data-driven, efficient and future-ready Demand Management organization. You will lead the transformation of processes, capabilities and ways of working that enable long-term business success, collaborating with the Regional Demand Managers to deliver operational planning activities.

What you'll do

Demand Planning Excellence: Develop and continuously improve global Demand Management frameworks, standards and performance methodologies to strengthen planning maturity across business units.
Digital & AI Transformation: Identify, pilot and scale AI-powered solutions, predictive analytics and automation opportunities that enhance forecasting quality, decision-making and productivity.
Process Innovation: Challenge existing practices and create a structured pipeline of innovations that improve planning effectiveness and business value.
Capability Development: Build and lead global learning programs, competency frameworks and communities of practice to strengthen Demand Management capabilities worldwide.
Transformation Leadership: Lead strategic improvement initiatives and support the implementation and continuous evolution of planning technologies, including SAP IBP capabilities.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business leaders, IT, Data Science and global process teams to define priorities, roadmaps and future planning requirements.
Performance Improvement: Measure adoption, maturity and value creation, ensuring initiatives deliver tangible impact on growth, agility, service and profitability.

About Essity

Essity is a global hygiene and health company that develops, produces, and sells products and solutions within the business areas of Health & Medical, Consumer Goods, and Professional Hygiene. With operations in 150 countries and caring for 1 billion people daily, Essity is a major player in the industry, offering a wide range of brands and innovative solutions. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and production facilities across the country.

Industry: Hygiene and Health Products
Founded: 2017
Employees: 40,000–50,000
Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: essity.com

Good to know if you are moving

Essity has a strong presence in Spain with offices and production facilities in multiple cities, including Madrid and Barcelona.
The company offers a range of career opportunities in Spain, from manufacturing and engineering to marketing and sales roles.
Essity is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides learning and development programs for employees.
Working at Essity offers the chance to contribute to sustainable innovations that impact the well-being of people globally.

In their own words

About the company & team

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.