Demand & Supply Planner with French

Job description

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. #LI-KK1 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.