Smith+Nephew · 1 month ago
Global Planner (Memphis, TN)
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expSmith+Nephew is a company that designs and manufactures technology aimed at helping people live without limits. They are seeking a Global Planner who will serve as the primary point of contact between Global Supply Planning and the manufacturing site, responsible for generating the production build plan and ensuring operational stability.
Medical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the main planning interface to the manufacturing site, owning site communication, priorities, and alignment
Generate the build plan through Maestro level loading; validate supply plans and resolve exceptions in Maestro and SAP
Lead and continuously improve S&OE (Sales & Operations Execution) meetings with the manufacturing site to ensure schedule adherence, service levels, and inventory targets
Conduct Period-over-Period build plan variance analysis and clearly explain key drivers and changes
Perform Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) and evaluate site capacity, value streams, bottlenecks, and constraints
Review and optimize planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, lot sizing, etc.) to drive accurate planning behavior
Monitor and manage backorders, spike demands and provide proper root cause analysis for them
Ensure data integrity across planning systems
Prepare analyses, scenario plans, and executive-ready presentations for decision-making
Coach and support junior planners; may lead projects or process improvements
Partner with Demand Planning, Marketing, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Purchasing, Product Development, and Global Distribution
Work closely with optimization and analytics teams to improve planning processes and KPIs
Lead content preparation and participate in SIOP/Supply Review meetings
Qualification
Required
BS/BA degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an MBA/MS in a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Solid understanding of forecasting, inventory management, and capacity planning
Proactive, independent, and comfortable working in a fast-moving global environment
Must have advanced software skills. We will test for proficiency. Expert-level knowledge of advanced planning systems (APS) and ERP
Preferred
Licenses/Certifications APICs certifications a plus
Direct experience with SAP is a plus
Benefits
401k Matching Program
401k Plus Program
Discounted Stock Options
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
Paid Holidays
Flex Holidays
Paid Community Service Day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Company
Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Katerina Dodbiba
SVP, CFO Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine & ENT
Pierre Palassian
SVP, CFO Global Operations, Quality and Regulatory Affairs
Recent News
2025-10-06
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