As the Associate Manager of Supply Planning at Stryker, you will lead a team of supply chain professionals, optimize material flow, drive efficiency in supply chain processes, and ensure compliance with standards. You will collaborate with various departments to strategize and implement long-term planning initiatives.
Work Flexibility: Hybrid
Are you an experienced supply chain professional with a knack for planning and a passion for leadership? Stryker, a global leader in medical technology, is seeking an Associate Manager – Supply Planning to oversee a team of approximately 6 and drive operational excellence.
If you’re ready to combine your planning expertise with management skills to make an impact in healthcare, this role is your chance to lead and grow with one of the world’s best places to work.
Location: Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee Supply Planning: Manage and optimize the inbound flow of materials to meet production and engineering requirements.
- Lead a Team: Inspire, mentor, and develop a team of 6 supply planning professionals to achieve exceptional results.
- Drive Efficiency: Streamline supply chain processes and collaborate cross-functionally to meet service goals.
- Strategize: Contribute to long-term planning and implement initiatives that improve operations.
- Planning Parameters: Manage planning parameters, including ABC classification, safety stock levels, lead time, and product launch/obsolescence.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and other Operations groups to ensure seamless coordination.
- Operational Responsibilities: Maintain documented procedures, drive lean initiatives, and ensure compliance with company, legal, and ethical standards.
What You’ll Need:
- 5+ years in supply chain or planning roles, with proven experience managing teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
- Strong understanding of supply planning processes and contract development.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address complex challenges and drive improvements.
Why Join Stryker?
- Multiple financial benefits including health care, financial wellbeing, insurance benefits.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.
- Paid Parental leave schemes.
- Being part of one of the world’s largest and most recognizable brands.
- Excellent team culture – we have fun whilst we work!
Apply now!
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