Demand & Supply Planner with French

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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