Global Planner; Memphis, TN

Position: Global Planner (Memphis, TN)
** Life Unlimited.
** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that helps people live without limits. Our global supply chain is at the heart of delivering life-changing products to customers and patients around the world. As we continue to evolve and modernize our planning ecosystem, we are looking for a
** Global Planner
** who thrives in complexity, leads with insight, and collaborates deeply with our manufacturing partners.
** About the Role
** The
** Global Planner
** is the primary point of contact between Global Supply Planning and the
** manufacturing site**, responsible for generating the production build plan (via
** Maestro level loading**) and ensuring operational stability through strong
** S&OE leadership**.In this role, you will oversee planning for an assigned product portfolio—balancing inventory, capacity, and customer service objectives. You will manage constraints, analyze changes, drive continuous improvement, and support the end-to-end supply chain from upstream manufacturing to downstream global distribution centers.

This is a highly visible position that influences decision-making vertically (from operations to executives) and horizontally across a global, cross-functional network.
** U.S. Sponsorship or H1B transfer is not available for this role.**
* ** Serve as the main planning interface to the manufacturing site**, owning site communication, priorities, and alignment.
* ** Generate the build plan
** through Maestro level loading; validate supply plans and resolve exceptions in Maestro and SAP.
* Lead and continuously improve
** S&OE (Sales & Operations Execution)
** meetings with the manufacturing site to ensure schedule adherence, service levels, and inventory targets.
* Conduct
** Period-over-Period build plan variance analysis
** and clearly explain key drivers and changes.
* Perform
** Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP)
** and evaluate site capacity, value streams, bottlenecks, and constraints.
* Review and optimize
** planning parameters** (lead times, safety stock, lot sizing, etc.) to drive accurate planning behavior.
* Monitor and manage backorders, spike demands and provide proper root cause analysis for them
* Ensure data integrity across planning systems
* Prepare analyses, scenario plans, and executive-ready presentations for decision-making.
* Coach and support junior planners; may lead projects or process improvements.
** Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership
*** Partner with Demand Planning, Marketing, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Purchasing, Product Development, and Global Distribution.
* Work closely with optimization and analytics teams to improve planning processes and KPIs.
* Lead content preparation and participate in SIOP/Supply Review meetings.
* Travel Domestic – up to 10%
* ** BS/BA degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience**; or an MBA/MS in a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Licenses/Certifications APICs certifications a plus
* Excellent analytical and communication skills.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* ** Solid understanding of forecasting, inventory management, and capacity planning.
*** Proactive, independent, and comfortable working in a fast-moving global environment.
* Must have advanced software skills. We will test for proficiency. Expert-level knowledge of advanced planning systems (APS) and ERP.
* Direct experience with SAP is a plus.
** 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 about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ().
* ** 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),…