Regional Demand Planner, SPM

Smith+Nephew; Huntingdonshire; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus & pension

Private health & dental

Healthcare cash plans

Hybrid working

Employee discounts

Job summary

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Regional Demand Planner to drive monthly demand planning and forecasting for the Sports Medicine portfolio across a European cluster. You will develop forecasts, monitor accuracy, and align demand with supply, sales, and marketing priorities.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in end-to-end supply chain, and proficiency with Excel and planning/ERP systems; you will partner with cross-functional teams across regions in a dynamic global environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Understanding of demand planning, inventory management, and end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and planning/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly demand planning and forecasting processes for the Sports Medicine portfolio within a European cluster.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to understand market trends, product performance, and business priorities.
• Use market intelligence and business insights to improve forecast quality and support decision-making.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify deviations from plan, and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate demand risks and opportunities to regional and global stakeholders through Demand Review Meetings.
• Collaborate with supply planning teams to support inventory optimization, service levels, and supply continuity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of forecasting and planning processes.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Tools

Planning/ERP systems

Job description

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We are currently looking for a Regional Demand Planner to support the Sports Medicine business across a European cluster. In this role, you will drive demand forecasting and planning activities, ensuring alignment between market demand, business objectives, and supply chain requirements. You will work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver accurate forecasts, identify risks and opportunities, and support product availability across the region.

This role requires exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, along with strong analytical capabilities, commercial acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams in a dynamic, international environment.

What will you be doing?

• Lead monthly demand planning and forecasting processes for the Sports Medicine portfolio within a European cluster.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to understand market trends, product performance, and business priorities.
• Use market intelligence and business insights to improve forecast quality and support decision-making.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify deviations from plan, and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate demand risks and opportunities to regional and global stakeholders through Demand Review Meetings.
• Collaborate with supply planning teams to support inventory optimization, service levels, and supply continuity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of forecasting and planning processes.

What will you need to be successful?

• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, supply chain planning, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Understanding of demand planning, inventory management, and end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams.
• Proficiency in Excel and planning/ERP systems.
• Continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to managing change.

You. Unlimited.

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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.

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