Demand & Supply Planner with French

The Demand & Supply Planner role at Smith+Nephew involves working closely with internal teams and suppliers to transfer products to manufacturing and improve existing processes. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing medical technology to enhance mobility and health. The main day-to-day responsibilities include managing and analyzing sales forecasts to ensure accuracy and alignment with business goals. This involves loading sales figures into the ERP system and other tools for efficient data tracking and reporting. The planner will also manage subcontractors' production planning, monitor production progress, and plan direct purchasing for both production and R&D needs. Additionally, the role includes participating in price and volume negotiations with suppliers and supporting the back-office team in reviewing invoices. To be successful in this role, candidates must have an engineering degree (BSc/MSc) in supply chain, production, or a related manufacturing field. Experience with supply chain, production systems, and manufacturing processes is advantageous, with a preference for those specific to medical device manufacturing. Fluency in both French and English is mandatory, and knowledge of German is a plus. Experience with medical QMS, ISO13485 is also beneficial. Nice-to-have skills include experience with supply chain, production systems, and manufacturing processes. The role offers a hybrid working model, flexible vacation and time off, and a supportive work environment with a focus on well-being and community involvement. The company provides private health plans, income protection, and life assurance, along with hands-on, team-customized training and mentorship. What the role asks for: - Engineering degree (BSc/MSc) in supply chain, production or manufacturing related field - Fluency in French and English - Experience with supply chain, production system and manufacturing processes - Experience with medical QMS, ISO13485 (nice-to-have)