Lead Analyst, Demand Planning (Hybrid)

Stryker Group; Portage, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Group is seeking a Lead Analyst, Demand Planning (Hybrid) in Portage, MI, with a blend of on-site and remote work. You will develop consensus demand plans, integrate inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Finance, and drive IBP alignment to support inventory strategy and service levels.

The role emphasizes forecasting analytics, product launches, and continuous improvement across the medical technology organization. Hybrid schedule requires presence three days per week in Portage.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted advisor to senior leadership across commercial, marketing, finance, operations, and supply chain.
• Lead the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process aligning demand, supply and financial plans.
• Transform data into strategic insights using forecasting analytics, trends, lifecycle data, and BI tools.
• Drive measurable results via forecast accuracy improvements, bias reduction, and proactive risk management.
• Support new product launches with demand plans to enable commercialization and portfolio growth.
• Champion continuous improvement and lead supply chain process enhancements and technology initiatives.
• Provide executive-level recommendations and communicate key assumptions and risks.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

SAP IBP

Oracle Demantra

Demand Solutions

i2

Job description

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