Lead Analyst, Demand Planning (Hybrid)

Stryker Corporation; Portage (MI); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Portage, MI is seeking a Lead Analyst, Demand Planning to develop and maintain consensus demand plans using statistical analysis and cross-functional inputs. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Finance to align objectives and IBP activities to the final plan.

This hybrid role drives forecasting analytics, influences inventory strategy and service levels, and supports product launches and portfolio growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4 years of work experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain consensus demand plans using statistical analysis and cross-functional inputs.
• Lead the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process and align demand with supply and financial plans.
• Translate data into actionable business decisions and drive forecast accuracy.
• Support new product launches and portfolio growth through robust demand planning.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

SAP IBP

Oracle Demantra

Demand Solutions

i2

Job description

Work Flexibility: Hybrid We are hiring for 2 roles The Lead Analyst, Demand Planning (Hybrid) is responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality consensus demand plans for the organization by leveraging statistical analysis with the best available cross-functional inputs and applying sound judgment based on knowledge of the business.

This role is supporting the Medical Division. You will partner with local or regional Sales, Marketing, and Finance partners as well as product launch and integrated business planning (IBP) teams to reconcile business objectives and strategies to support the creation of the final consensus demand plan.

You will be responsible for multiple segments of the business and asked to lead key activities for the Demand Planning function. This is a hybrid role. We are seeking a candidate in Portage, MI or the surrounding area.

The employee is expected to be physically present this Stryker location 3 days per week and has the flexibility to work from home. Shape the future of demand planning by developing demand forecasts that directly influence inventory strategy, customer service levels, and business performance across a global medical technology organization.

Be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, partnering with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to translate data into actionable business decisions. Lead the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, driving alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans while influencing key business outcomes.

Transform complex data into strategic insights by leveraging forecasting analytics, market trends, product lifecycle data, and business intelligence tools to identify opportunities and risks.

Drive measurable business results through improved forecast accuracy, reduced forecast bias, proactive risk management, and continuous process optimization.

Play a critical role in new product launches, ensuring demand plans support successful commercialization, product transitions, and portfolio growth initiatives.

Champion innovation and continuous improvement by leading supply chain process enhancements, implementing best practices, and supporting system and technology advancements.

Influence enterprise-wide decision making by providing executive-level recommendations, communicating key assumptions and risks, and helping leaders make informed strategic investments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4 years of work experience
• Proficiency in MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of business experience in: Supply Chain, Demand Management/Forecasting, Sales, Sales Operations/Planning, Finance/Accounting, or Marketing
• APICS accredited or professional supply chain accreditation
• Business experience in the medical device or related industry
• Prior experience with demand planning tools like SAP, SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, Demand Solutions or i2
• Statistical background
• Cross-functional experience in related fields

USN: $77,700 - $129,500 USD Annual Travel Percentage: 10%

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces!

For more information, visit: www.stryker.com

Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location.

Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based.

Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category.

Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.