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Senior Supply Planner
Stryker Ireland, Ltd.
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Source date: 10/30/2026
About this role
Work Flexibility: Onsite Initial 12 Month FTC Key Responsibilities * Responsible for the creation of a Master Resource Plan based on the latest demand signal to cover what needs to be produced or purchased as a finished product and to ensure that within the process there is sufficient raw materials and components to support the required supply plan up to a 24-month time horizon * Responsible for the creation of capacity plans based on the latest demand signal, to identify where there is any potential bottlenecks or risks to supply and to develop and recommend appropriate proposals to mitigate and to ensure that the plant or 3rd party can meet the future demand. Also identify where there is significant underutilization which could impact the costs of supply. * Capable of developing a supply plan across a complex portfolio and multiple sites if required as franchise maturity develops. * Capable of being able to work on capability building as part of cross functional teams and add expertise in creating the optimal solutions * Responsible for the setting of the correct levels of inventory within the supply plan by understanding the demand volatility and supply chain lead times. Specifically, the creation of a safety stock strategy and plan that enables continuity of product availability at the optimal level of cash investment. * Ensure that the supply plan is financially evaluated with regard to balancing the requirement of consistent product availability versus the cost of supply and the investment needed in conjunction with financial partners to ensure meeting the operational budgets and targets. * Tracking of the execution of the supply plan with production scheduling and buying ensuring that the plan is fully operationalized and tracked for performance deviation including mitigation on back orders and pro-active communication of future supply risks. * Ensuring within the supply plan that products are being phased in and planned correctly as well as ensuring communication and timing of exiting products within the plant or 3rd party. Communicating with the business in regard to the status of the product portfolio from a supply planning perspective. * Effective communication and confirmation back from supply planning to the demand plan in confirming capability to meet the requirements via the daily and weekly execution process but also via a robust monthly executive supply process. * All Supply Planning system core master-data is maintained to enable focus on real supply issues * KPIs for the role will be Supply Plan Attainment, Safety Stock Health, Capacity Utilization, Back order and Lead time * Responsible for root causing performance issues and acting on own capability to mitigate and correct Professional Requirements Required: * Degree level in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain management * APICS accredited or professional supply chain accreditation * Languages at least English but preferably a second language depending on global location Background Experience Required: * Minimum of 3 years in either a production, supply or demand planning role where knowledge is demonstrated, and experience gained in planning * IT Planning system experience to include use of SAP as a minimum requirement or equivalent ERP systems * To include master data maintenance experience on ERP platforms and use of heuristics in driving exception-based planning approach. * Project management able to demonstrate experience in running projects specifically around problem solving and root causing based on lean way of working (six sigma) * Experience of IBP and S&OP principles and demonstrate knowledge of the process in daily working within existing or previous business Ireland Pay Ranges: * Ireland: €51,000 - €86,000 EUR Annual At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package. If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process. Travel Percentage: None Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: [www.stryker.com](https://www.stryker.com) Work Flexibility * Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. * Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. * Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. * Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.