Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
We are currently searching for a Demand & Supply Planner who will work closely with internal development/manufacturing teams and suppliers, to transfer products to manufacturing. Improve and stabilize existing manufacturing processes, to insure capacity and quality.
What will you be doing?
- Managing, analyzing, and consolidating sales forecasts to ensure accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
- Analyzing forecasts and proposing production guidelines based on market demand and company capacity.
- Loading sales figures into the ERP system and other dedicated tools for efficient data tracking and reporting.
- Managing and reviewing subcontractors' production planning to ensure timely distribution of production schedules.
- Monitoring production progress against schedules to identify any deviations or delays.
- Planning and executing direct purchasing for both production and R&D needs to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Participating in price and volume negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Supporting the back-office team in reviewing and validating invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with agreements.
What will you need to be succesful?
- Engineering degree (BSc/MSc) in supply chain, production or manufacturing related field (HES/EPF or equivalent) / experiences considered as equivalent.
- Applied technical understanding of manufacturing needs; processes specific to medical device manufacturing preferred
- Experience with supply chain, production system and manufacturing processes of advantage
- Experience with medical QMS, ISO13485 of advantage
- Fluency in French and English mandatory, German is a plus
You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
- Your Wellbeing: Private Health plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
- Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
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Skills Required
- Engineering degree in supply chain, production, manufacturing, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Fluency in French and English.
- Applied technical understanding of manufacturing needs.
- Experience with supply chain, production systems, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with medical device manufacturing processes.
- Experience with medical quality management systems and ISO 13485.
- German language proficiency.
Smith & Nephew Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Smith & Nephew and has not been reviewed or approved by Smith & Nephew.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a global mental‑health program for employees and families, indicating a robust core health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees have access to a 401(k) with company contributions, and share plans complement long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous holiday, paid volunteering leave, and flexible work models point to broad time‑off options.
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What We Do
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.
