- Liaise with Manufacturing, Materials planners and Supply Planning Managers as required to ensure achievement of manufacturing plans including responding to material shortages. Key interface with these Depts including QA.
- To monitor and ensure effective flow into the manufacturing line side, movement of materials and removal of returns and waste streams.
- Liaise with manufacturing and Material Planners over schedule changes and prioritization.
- Liaise with Material Planners on material introduction and run outs.
- Provide accurate feedback to Supply Planning Managers on completion of plans against weekly schedules.
- Participate in projects to improve short- and long-term planning and scheduling processes and ways of working.
- Support new product launches, working closely with Supply Planning Managers, Materials Planning, Technical, MDM and QA
- Refine systems, methods and processes to allow VS to better anticipate Supply challenges and minimize cost/disruption.
- Support Proactive forward planning to develop the long term SIOP process and visibility of capacity, inventory and material challenges.
- Collaboration with Value streams to support capacity reviews and Factory Order Fulfilment data for fixed cycle and longer term.
- Support/Develop cost/service kpi’s as required by the business.
- Support reviews and recommendations of changes to master data that impact OEE/Efficiency/Recoveries etc.
- Work closely with factory operatives on Plan execution, including regular presence on shop floor, including the Tier meetings.
- A degree in business or logistics, or equivalent experience in a similar role
- Strong skills in Excel and SAP, with knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
- An understanding of supply chain processes and how planning impacts operations
- Awareness of supply chain end to end systems and processes and impact of Planning on other areas and the bigger picture (financial and operational targets).
- A problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
Awareness of ABC Planning techniques
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Inclusion + Belonging - Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website https://www.smith-nephew.com/
- Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options and others.
- 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 other country specific plans are available
- Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
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Stay connected by joining our Talent Community.
We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.
Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N.
Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.
Skills Required
- Degree in business or logistics or equivalent experience
- Strong skills in Excel
- Strong skills in SAP
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
- Understanding of supply chain processes
- Problem-solving mindset
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.
