Senior Strategic Demand Planner - Medical APAC

Stryker; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker in Australia is seeking a Senior Demand Planner to join the Medical APAC Supply Chain team. You will develop accurate demand forecasts and lead forecasting cycles to ensure the right products are available for healthcare professionals and patients.

You'll partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain, drive IBP, support launches and lifecycle planning, and deliver insights that influence strategic decisions across a complex healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related discipline.
• 4–6+ years' experience in Demand Planning or related roles.
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies and planning processes.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Power Platform skills.
• Fluent English communication; ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using data and inputs.
• Lead Executive Demand Review meetings to align stakeholders on a consensus plan.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain to support decisions.
• Provide forecasting insights, scenario analysis and risk assessments.
• Represent Demand Planning in the IBP process.
• Support new product launches, portfolio transitions and lifecycle planning.
• Drive continuous improvement across forecasting processes and tools.
• Lead cross-functional projects to improve supply chain performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel/Power Platform

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oracle Demantra

i2

Demand Solutions

Job description

Stryker in Australia is seeking a Senior Demand Planner to join the Medical APAC Supply Chain team. You will develop accurate demand forecasts and lead forecasting cycles to ensure the right products are available for healthcare professionals and patients.

You'll partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain, drive IBP, support launches and lifecycle planning, and deliver insights that influence strategic decisions across a complex healthcare network.