Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
We are currently looking for a Global Master Planner who will be responsible for planning, ordering and distributing product across the end-to-end global supply chain network for an assigned portfolio of products. They will liaise with demand planning, manufacturing factories, suppliers, regional planning and other internal stakeholders to ensure a single, accurate, global plan is supplied to manufacturing factories, Global Distribution Centres (GDCs) and Local Distribution Centres (LDCs). Products are supplied from either internal Smith+Nephew manufacturing facilities or contract manufacturers. The position will report to the Manager, Global Supply Chain Planning.
What will you be doing?
- Develop monthly and weekly supply plans for manufacturing facilities, and distribution plans for GDCs and LDCs to meet forecasted demand requirements, while optimizing capacity, inventory, and financial objectives.
- Review daily and weekly service, backorders, stock coverage and demand reports; sequence un-forecasted and emergency orders; expedite product where needed.
- Communicate and provide accurate and timely updates on supply constraints and other critical supply chain information.
- Identify and escalate risks and opportunities to S&OE and SIOP/IBP.
- Manage and execute agreed product rationing strategy.
- Prepare supply graphs for the next 18-24 months; identify risks and opportunities for presentation in Supply Reviews.
- Keep the plan current, monitor performance against the plan, proactively highlight potential service issues.
- Contribute to excess and obsolete stock reviews with Demand Planning and Finance teams.
- Monitor supplier performance and work with Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing teams.
- Review and provide recommendations during the safety and target stocks review process.
- Participate in core teams to manage new product introductions, discontinuations, and changes.
- Apply high standards of occupational Health & Safety.
- Ensure compliance to cGMP, cGDP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, US FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and other applicable quality standards.
What will you need to be successful?
- Education: Degree educated preferred, or relevant supply chain qualification or experience.
- Licenses/Certifications: ASCM CPIM or CSCP or Kinaxis Maestro preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar supply planning role.
- Analytical skills to take data sets and translate to data insights
- Ability to make and articulate fact-based positions and persuade others.
- Ability to effectively present and communicate information to stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks
- Ability to facilitate and communicate with impact and influence in a global matrix environment
- Resiliency to persevere when faced with obstacles and challenges
- Curiosity to learn and grow in role and beyond
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com)
Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
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 and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.
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Skills Required
- Degree education, or relevant supply chain qualification or experience
- ASCM CPIM, ASCM CSCP, or Kinaxis Maestro certification
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar supply planning role
- Analytical skills to translate data sets into data insights
- Ability to develop and articulate fact-based positions and persuade others
- Ability to present and communicate information effectively to stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks
- Ability to facilitate and communicate with impact and influence in a global matrix environment
- Resilience when facing obstacles and challenges
- Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow
- Knowledge of applicable quality standards, including cGMP, cGDP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and US FDA 21 CFR Part 820
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.
