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Job description
Stryker is seeking a passionate and experienced supply chain leader to join our high-performing Operations team. As Associate Manager – Supply Planning, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our customers receive the right products, at the right time, in the right place, and at the right cost.

This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both from our Sydney office and from home, supporting your wellbeing while staying connected with a collaborative team.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this leadership role, you’ll oversee a team of six supply planners, driving operational excellence and strategic planning across the business. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and optimizing inbound product flow to meet customer demand
Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team
Collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and other Operations teams to ensure seamless coordination
Driving efficiency through lean initiatives and process improvements
Managing planning parameters such as safety stock, lead times, and product lifecycle transitions
Supporting long-term strategy and contributing to continuous improvement across the supply chain
Ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical standards
What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have:

Requirements

5+ years of experience in supply chain or planning roles
Proven leadership experience, with a track record of building and motivating teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally
Why Join Stryker?

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, driven to make healthcare better. Our products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine help improve patient outcomes globally—impacting over 100 million lives each year.

At Stryker, you’ll be part of a culture that values:

Career development from day one
Paid parental leave and wellbeing days
Volunteer opportunities and onsite gyms
A supportive team environment with strong leadership and mentorship
Access to comprehensive employee benefits including healthcare, financial wellbeing, and insurance
A shared mission to exceed expectations and improve patient outcomes
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Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of healthcare.

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology and Orthopaedics that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.