Mgr, Planning Parameters & Analytics(AG)

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DePuy Synthes is currently recruiting for Manager, Planning Parameters & Analytics to be based at Zuchwil, AG.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

• US (Raritan, N, Warsaw, IN, Palm Beach Gardens, GL, Raynham, MA.) - Requisition Number: R-103507
• Cork, lR - Requisition Number: R-104305

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

The Manager, Planning Parameters & Analytics is responsible for implementing the governance and execution of parameters management across DePuy Synthes. This role develops and maintains policies, standards, and procedures governing planning master data and system parameters to ensure data integrity, consistency, and planning effectiveness. The position drives continuous improvement through analytics, business intelligence, and robust governance practices while collaborating with leaders and multi-functional stakeholders to enable data-driven decision-making and operational excellence.

• →Implement and maintain governance for planning parameters, including lead times, lot sizes, reorder points, and sourcing rules.
• →Develop key performance indicator frameworks and performance metrics to measure forecast accuracy, inventory health, service levels, planning effectiveness, and master data quality.
• →Analyze sophisticated datasets and deliver actionable insights to improve supply chain and planning performance.
• →Present data-driven recommendations and complex analytical concepts to leadership, business partners, and non-technical audiences.
• →Collaborate with Planning Directors to implement and manage business intelligence tools, dashboards, and reporting solutions.
• →Lead master data management initiatives and ensure data accuracy, compliance, and standardization across systems.
• →Partner with IT and business stakeholders to support ERP enhancements, data architecture improvements, and system integrations.
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• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, analytics, or related disciplines.
• Expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) and data governance.
• Solid experience with ERP systems, including SAP and/or JD Edwards (JDE).
• Proven experience developing and managing planning performance metrics and KPI frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into business insights and operational improvements.

• Experience with SQL, Alteryx, JavaScript, Python, or other data management and automation tools.
• Proficiency with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience with supply chain planning systems such as APO, Blue Yonder, or OMP.
• Knowledge of data modeling, data warehousing, and advanced analytics techniques.
• Experience leading digital transformation or process automation
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent preferred.

• Master Data Management & Data Quality
• Supply Chain Planning Expertise
• Performance Metrics & KPI Management
• Business Intelligence & Advanced Analytics
• ERP Systems Knowledge (SAP, JDE)
• Stakeholder Management & multi-functional Collaboration
• Executive Communication & Presentation Skills
• Process Improvement & Change Management

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.