Manager, Supply Planning

Work Flexibility: Onsite Job Summary Plans, schedules and monitors inbound movement of materials from suppliers. Determines material requirements and coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering. Develops specifications for new contract orders.

Lead and manage all production control activities, including master scheduling, production planning, shop floor scheduling, dispatching, and material requirements planning (MRP). Develop and implement production control strategies to ensure efficient manufacturing operations and alignment with business objectives. Oversee production schedules and resource planning to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining optimal inventory levels. Review and approve production quantities, schedules, and bills of materials to support accurate and timely material procurement and availability. Partner closely with Materials Management, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams to ensure uninterrupted production and effective inventory control. Monitor and optimize work-in-progress (WIP) levels, material usage, and labor performance to drive operational efficiency and cost control. Analyze and manage material and labor variances, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and corrective action. Develop, review, and enhance production planning processes, procedures, and systems to improve performance, scalability, and compliance. Lead, coach, and develop production planning and control personnel, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment. Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to coordinate planning activities, manage production data, and support decision-making. Generate and maintain production performance reports, providing insights on schedule attainment, capacity utilization, process effectiveness, and operational metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Procurement, and other business functions to support company goals and continuous improvement initiatives. Skills/ Experience Required Level 8 degree or equivalent required, Supply Chain Certification beneficial. Proven people management experience, with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate individuals and teams to achieve business objectives. 8+ years experience in a regulated environment. Demonstrated ability to build credibility and establish effective working relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions. Confident and professional communicator, capable of representing the team in cross-functional meetings and business discussions      Ireland Pay Ranges: Ireland : €76,000 - €126,000 EUR Annual      At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.  In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.   If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.      Travel Percentage: None