Global Master Planner Awm

**Life. Unlimited.** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.  We are currently looking for a **Global Master Planner** who will be responsible for planning, ordering and distributing product across the end-to-end global supply chain network for an assigned portfolio of products. They will liaise with demand planning, manufacturing factories, suppliers, regional planning and other internal stakeholders to ensure a single, accurate, global plan is supplied to manufacturing factories, Global Distribution Centres (GDCs) and Local Distribution Centres (LDCs). Products are supplied from either internal Smith+Nephew manufacturing facilities or contract manufacturers. The position will report to the Manager, Global Supply Chain Planning. **What will you be doing?** * Develop monthly and weekly supply plans for manufacturing facilities, and distribution plans for GDCs and LDCs to meet forecasted demand requirements, while optimizing capacity, inventory, and financial objectives. * Review daily and weekly service, backorders, stock coverage and demand reports; sequence un-forecasted and emergency orders; expedite product where needed. * Communicate and provide accurate and timely updates on supply constraints and other critical supply chain information. * Identify and escalate risks and opportunities to S&OE and SIOP/IBP. * Manage and execute agreed product rationing strategy. * Prepare supply graphs for the next 18-24 months; identify risks and opportunities for presentation in Supply Reviews. * Keep the plan current, monitor performance against the plan, proactively highlight potential service issues. * Contribute to excess and obsolete stock reviews with Demand Planning and Finance teams. * Monitor supplier performance and work with Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing teams. * Review and provide recommendations during the safety and target stocks review process. * Participate in core teams to manage new product introductions, discontinuations, and changes. * Apply high standards of occupational Health & Safety. * Ensure compliance to cGMP, cGDP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, US FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and other applicable quality standards. **What will you need to be successful?**  * Education: Degree educated preferred, or relevant supply chain qualification or experience. * Licenses/Certifications: ASCM CPIM or CSCP or Kinaxis Maestro preferred. * Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar supply planning role. * Analytical skills to take data sets and translate to data insights * Ability to make and articulate fact-based positions and persuade others. * Ability to effectively present and communicate information to stakeholders at all levels * Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks * Ability to facilitate and communicate with impact and influence in a global matrix environment * Resiliency to persevere when faced with obstacles and challenges * Curiosity to learn and grow in role and beyond **You. Unlimited.** We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve. **Inclusion and Belonging:** Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our [Employee Inclusion Groups](https://www.smith-nephew.com/en/careers/life-at-smith-nephew) on our website (www.smith-nephew.com) **Your Future:** Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options. **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 and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more. **Flexibility:** Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles). **Training:** Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship. **Extra Perks:** Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts. Stay connected by joining our [Talent Community](https://smithnephew.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/page/4ba17039009510002b17ea5e89c40000). We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/smith-&-nephew/) to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.   Check us out on [Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Smith-and-Nephew-EI_IE10233.11,27.htm) for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into **You. Unlimited.**, life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our [website](https://www.smith-nephew.com/en/) and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.  Stay connected by joining our [Talent Community](https://smithnephew.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/page/4ba17039009510002b17ea5e89c40000). We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/smith-&-nephew/) to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.   Check us out on [Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Smith-and-Nephew-EI_IE10233.11,27.htm) for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into **You. Unlimited.**, life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our [website](https://www.smith-nephew.com/en/) and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.