Purchasing and Logistics Specialist

Stokke’s long history of design and innovation began over eight decades ago on the west coast of Norway in 1932. Our values remain deeply rooted in our Scandinavian heritage and our commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Stokke is recognized worldwide for best-in-class solutions for children. For over forty years, we’ve combined our passion for Scandinavian design with the ability to challenge the ordinary and make beautiful products that nurture family bonding.

Stokke has experienced considerable international growth through our strategic approach of acquiring products and brands. These acquisitions include the Nomi chair, LIMAS, a baby carrier company, Mukako, a multi-activity play table brand, and BABYZEN, the makers of the highly popular YOYO all-in-one lightweight stroller. Acquisitions are key for our growth and have allowed us to have office presence in Norway, Germany, The Netherlands, France, the US, and Asia, meaning we truly offer an international work environment and can stand by our brand promise Confident Kids for a Better World .

Pursue Excellence, The Team:

The Purchasing & Logistics team at Stokke plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and efficient inventory planning across our global warehouses in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The team is responsible for managing the flow of goods between various warehouses, coordinating deliveries from factories, and handling direct deliveries from suppliers to customers. Working in close collaboration with our global supply chain, logistics, and purchasing teams, they aim to achieve key targets in availability, inventory levels, and delivery timelines.

Take Responsibility, The Position:

We are looking for a Purchasing & Logistics Specialist who will take on the responsibility of managing and optimizing inventory planning across our global operations. This role will require effective coordination between warehouses, suppliers, and customers, along with close collaboration with the broader purchasing, supply chain, and logistics teams. You will be expected to contribute significantly to production planning and key development initiatives.

We are seeking someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced, global environment to support the continued growth and success of Stokke.

Better Together, The Ideal Profile:

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
2. A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain management.
3. Familiarity with ERP systems and/or demand planning software is highly desirable.
4. Fluency in English and Norwegian is required.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
6. Ability to work independently with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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.

Furthermore, you will work in a company where our core values, Keep Growing , Take Responsibility , Pursue Excellence , and Better Together define who we are and what we stand for. Offering unique Learning and Development opportunities from our Stokke Academy such as Global Training, Digital Education, Mentee/Mentorships, and leadership development.

At Stokke, we are truly better together; we take pride in our international and diverse global offices.

• Stokke offers an extensive benefit package to its employees.
• Stokke is providing a hybrid working model which gives you the opportunity of working up to 3 flexible and 2 days from the office.

Please note this position is to be based from the Alesund office, one of Stokke’s main Hubs. It is also an interim position, most likely for a period of 10 to 12 months. Please do apply if this position is relevant to you.

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