Senior Production Planner

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

We are looking for a Production Planner to support our Columbia value stream while partnering closely with our Fort Worth site. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex planning challenges, and want to play a key role in ensuring patients receive the products they rely on, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

What will you be doing?

• Develop production and inventory management plans to support material and finished goods requirements
• Receive, analyze and communicate impacts related to changes in demand and supply plans
• Identify current and potential product shortages and execute recovery plans
• Publish monthly Production Plans for the Fort Worth site and coordinate the manufacturing schedule
• Understand and highlight capacity constraints while partnering with manufacturing teams on resolutions
• Facilitate cross functional discussions related to operations, including QC holds and NC issues
• Continuously monitor and analyze planning data to ensure successful execution
• Manage document revisions, including NCs, CAPAs, formatting updates and continuous improvement actions
• Assist in preparing reports and documentation related to Columbia facility operations
• Lead and facilitate kaizen activities to streamline planning processes and reduce waste
• Monitor inventory transfers and value between ERPs
• Author and support change controls, change plans and other critical documents
• Perform other duties as assigned by manufacturing management

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or a related field
• 3 or more years of experience in planning
• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience using ERP systems such as QAD or SAP
• Experience with Power BI or TULIP
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross functionally
• Knowledge of GTPs, GMPs and good documentation practices
• Ability to influence peers and leaders in a matrixed environment
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, multicultural team
• Ability to travel 0 to 10 percent, primarily between the Columbia site and an off-site warehouse

You Unlimited!

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging-Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging. Learn more aboutEmployee Inclusion Groupson our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.