AWM Supply Planner

Smith & Nephew; Puerto Bogotá; Hybrid; COP 90,000,000 - 140,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Connectivity allowance

100% prepaid medical plan for employee

Life insurance

Funeral insurance (voluntary)

Performance bonus

Job summary

Smith & Nephew is seeking an AWM Supply Planner to drive end-to-end supply planning across LATAM, Canada, and the USA. This role translates demand signals into actionable plans, balancing inventory targets and service excellence.

You will lead SKU-level planning, optimize allocations, and collaborate with Global Supply, Commercial, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to support growth across the Americas region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field; postgraduate studies a plus.
• Minimum 4 years in supply planning, inventory planning, or related roles.
• Experience in multinational/regional supply chain environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute SKU-level weekly supply and distribution plans across the Americas.
• Manage replenishment and purchase planning for regional distribution centers.
• Lead the S&OE process aligning demand, supply, and priorities.
• Monitor inventory health and resolve stock availability risks.
• Collaborate with Global Supply, Commercial, Marketing, Finance and Operations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Advanced Power BI

Forecasting

Kinaxis RapidResponse

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

Kinaxis RapidResponse

Job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith and Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.The AWM Supply Planner is responsible for end-to-end supply planning, inventory optimization, and allocation management across LATAM, Canada, and the United States . This role ensures product availability and service excellence by translating demand signals into actionable supply and distribution plans, while balancing customer needs, inventory targets, and business priorities.As the key point of contact for supply-related decisions, the Supply Planner collaborates closely with Global Supply, Commercial, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to proactively manage constraints, drive allocation strategies, and support business growth across the Americas region.What will you be doing?Supply Planning & ExecutionDevelop and execute SKU-level weekly supply and distribution plans across the Americas.Manage replenishment and purchase planning for regional Distribution Centers.Lead the Supply Review (S&OE) process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and business priorities.Monitor supply performance and proactively resolve inventory and availability risks.Maintain accurate planning data and parameters within systems such as Kinaxis RapidResponse.Allocation & Constraint ManagementOwn allocation strategies for constrained products across LATAM, Canada, and the USA.Prioritize product availability based on customer impact, strategic business needs, forecast quality, and revenue implications.Partner with Commercial and Marketing teams to align allocation decisions.Escalate and manage supply constraints with Global Supply teams.Translate supply limitations into clear action plans and stakeholder communications.Inventory OptimizationDefine and manage inventory targets in partnership with Demand Planning, Finance, and Business Units.Monitor inventory health and implement corrective actions when required.Optimize inventory positioning to minimize backorders, excess stock, and obsolescence while improving working capital efficiency.Lead initiatives to reduce backorders and manage slow-moving, aging, and short shelf-life inventory.Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Kinaxis Supply Planning module across LATAM.Stakeholder Management & LeadershipServe as the primary point of contact for supply planning activities across regional and global stakeholders.Communicate supply plans, risks, and mitigation strategies in a clear and effective manner.Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely decision-making and execution.What will you need to be successful?EducationBachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.Postgraduate studies are considered a plus.ExperienceMinimum of 4 years of experience in Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Demand Planning, or related Supply Chain roles.Experience working in multinational and regional supply chain environments is preferred.Technical SkillsAdvanced Excel.Advanced Power BI.Knowledge of statistical forecasting and inventory planning methodologies.Experience with ERP and Supply Planning systems, preferably Kinaxis RapidResponse.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.LanguagesAdvanced English (written and verbal) .CompetenciesStrong business acumen and customer-focused mindset.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to influence decisions in a matrix organization.Innovation mindset with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement.High level of accountability, reliability, and follow-through.Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.You. UnlimitedWe believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.Inclusion+belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving, learn more about employee inclusion groups on our websiteOther reasons why you will love it here!Connectivity allowance100% prepaid medical plan for the employee and dependents (spouse and children)Life insuranceFuneral insurance (voluntary)Performance bonus#LI-HYBRID#LI-MA1Stay connected by joining our Talent Community .We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited. , life, culture, and benefits at S+N.Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.