What You Will Do -
As a Supply Planner, you will develop and execute supply plans that support customer demand, production requirements, and inventory objectives across manufacturing sites and third-party suppliers. You will partner closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Production Scheduling, Customer Service, and Operations teams to ensure supply plans are aligned with business needs and operational capabilities.
- Develop and maintain supply, inventory, and capacity plans based on demand forecasts and business priorities, supporting a planning horizon of up to 24 months.
- Analyze demand signals, inventory levels, production capacity, and supply constraints to create actionable supply plans and production recommendations.
- Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to identify risks, capacity bottlenecks, and supply challenges, and develop mitigation plans.
- Monitor execution of the supply plan, track performance against targets, and address gaps related to inventory, service levels, lead times, and backorders.
- Support inventory planning activities, including safety stock recommendations and management of inventory health.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure supply plans are effectively communicated, operationalized, and aligned with customer demand requirements.
- Manage product launches, product transitions, and end-of-life planning activities to ensure continuity of supply.
- Utilize Excel, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent), and planning tools to analyze data, identify trends, and drive business decisions.
- Prepare supply planning analyses and recommendations for operational and executive review meetings.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve planning processes, data accuracy, and supply chain performance.
- KPIs for the role will be Supply Plan Attainment, Safety Stock Health, Capacity Utilization, Back order and Lead time
Required -
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2+ years of professional experience
- Excel experience
Preferred -
- Bachelors in business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related subject
- Production, supply or demand planning role experience
- Excellent knowledge & computer skills in IT Planning system - SAP or equivalent
- Excellent knowledge & computer skills in PowerPoint & Word
$79,800 - $122,200 USD Annual
Travel Percentage: 10%Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 2+ years of professional experience
- Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or a related subject
- Experience in production, supply, or demand planning
- Knowledge of SAP or an equivalent IT planning system
- Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA support and global mental‑health access indicate broad, accessible care. These features materially enhance the overall value of the total‑rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A meaningful 401(k) company match with potential additional company contribution, alongside an ESPP, supports long‑term savings and wealth building. Documented plan specifics help employees understand eligibility, timing, and vesting mechanics.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and practical supports like breast milk shipping reflect a comprehensive, family‑friendly approach. These offerings address varied family‑building paths and caregiving needs.
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