Demand Planner
Core
Develop statistical demand forecasts and lead the monthly Demand Review process to support product availability, inventory decisions, and successful product launches for Stryker's ANZ business.
Role type
Senior Demand Planner (Supply Chain)
Builds
Reliable demand forecasts and inventory plans for Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine products.
Domain
Medical Technology / Supply Chain Planning
Required skills
Demand planning, Forecasting methodologies, Statistical analysis, Cross-functional partnership, Data analysis, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel
Preferred skills
APICS certification, SQL, Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI), Oracle Demantra/SAP, Process improvement, Statistics/Mathematics background
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, SQL, Microsoft Power Platform, Oracle Demantra, Oracle, SAP
Responsibilities
Develop statistical demand forecasts using historical data and market trends; Lead the monthly Demand Review process; Analyse forecast accuracy and bias; Translate complex demand data into clear insights; Advise on future inventory requirements; Monitor demand performance against annual sales plans; Plan demand for new product launches and lifecycle changes; Maintain demand planning data and system parameters.