Npi Planner

DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is the largest, most comprehensive orthopedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of technology, devices, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, cranio-maxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. Building on the legacy and strengths of two great companies, we are creating one organization that will be agile and better equipped in today’s evolving health care environment. Our broad array of inspired, innovative and high-quality offerings help advance the health and wellbeing of people around the world.

**NPI Planner - New Product Introduction**

**As part of the Global Supply Chain Planning Team, you are responsible **for demand, supply and inventory planning of New Product Introductions and works collaboratively across Operations and closely with Strategy Marketing to support the End to End New Product Development Process**

**Responsibilities**
- Develop initial Launch forecast incl. best/worst case scenarios in collaborating with Marketing
- Responsible for Business Plan tie outs and cannibalization scenarios in line with the Product Life Cycle Strategy
- Manage Planning inputs for the New Product Development Process to support NPI decisions
- Monitor milestone incl. Master Data Set-up, Capacity analyzes and initial forecast load
- Evaluate Supply Commits based on Supply Feedbacks
- Collaborate closely with various internal functions to support the New Product Development Process and raise risk & opportunities
- Drive mitigation of Supply constraints and assists in capacity reviews
- Manage pre-build of launch volumes and roll-out plans to meet business plans
- Responsible for NPI inputs to the S&OP process to support decision making

**Qualifications**
- A minimum of a University/bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required
- A minimum 4-6 years related work experience is required
- Planning experience (Demand/Supply/Inventory Planning) is required
- Analytical and strong time management skills required
- Strong proficiency Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint required
- Good knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, JDE or equivalent) and information technology is required
- Strong team player, ability to work with diverse cross-functional teams
- Ability to work independently in a structured and determined way.
- Managing priorities and providing reliable results.
- Ability to network and build strong collaborative relationships
- Ability to communicate clearly to all levels within a matrix organization
- Experience in the Health Care Industry is preferred

**Primary Location**
Switzerland-Solothurn-Zuchwil
- **Organization**
Synthes GmbH (7111)

**Job Function**
Operations

**Requisition ID**
2206058574W