At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.comJob Function: Supply Chain PlanningJob Sub Function: Demand PlanningJob Category: ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations: Zug, SwitzerlandJob Description:At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.Are you interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team that is helping improve patient care and drive innovation? Apply today!Role: Regional Senior Planning Manager, OrthopedicsReports to: MedTech Orthopaedic Supply Chain LeaderLocation: Zug, SwitzerlandMajor ResponsibilitiesThe Planning Manager, Orthopedics, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) is a critical leadership position responsible for overall E2E Supply Chain execution for Orthopaedics platforms in EMEA region. This individual is the primary Regional Supply Chain liaison with the Global Planning, EMEA Regional Marketing, EMEA individual countries, EMEA Cluster leadership team to ensure achievement of aligned business goals and objectives.This position will be responsible for driving regional demand planning, Integrated Business Planning, and leadership of a supply chain team responsible for attaining the Customer service levels, inventory, Capex, and forecast accuracy goals for the assigned product platformMajor ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for:Providing the forecast analytics and insights to markets/clusters, coordinating demand handover meetings with markets/clusters, and regional demand reviews with regional BU Heads, Finance and Global SC teams.Drives the action plan arising out of DP/FP alignment & gaps which may impact global manufacturing capacities and aligns the Region Consensus Demand Forecast over a 24-month horizon for strategic planning and manufacturing capacity planning.Supports commercial processes through the timely availability of product & instrument and ensure the planning of Capex, Tenders, and regulatory events.The individual will lead and/or influence teams who are responsible for delivering business results through analytics, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives in the following topics: Product availability (OTIF), Customer Backorders reduction, Inventory execution ($ & DOS) within BP/LE targets for the region, forecasting accuracy (‘Consensus’ MAPE for the country and region), SLOB reduction & E&O optimization.The individual develops and leads corrective actions stemming from Performance Metrics, providing appropriate resource prioritization, coaching/mentoring to teams and individuals to mine data from appropriate systems and able to carry out sophisticated analysis and solutions.This position is the primary liaison between Supply Chain, Finance and Commercial Partners – supporting Monthly, Quarterly and Annual business processes.The individual will foster a diverse and inclusive work environment and provide development for team members to achieve the business and career goals.QualificationsBachelor in Engineering or ScienceAPICS certification (CPIM or CIRM) preferred.Master In Business Administration (Specialization in SC & Operations Management) preferred.Required experienceMinimum Ten (10) years of meaningful planning experience, ideally MedTec industry.Minimum Five (5) years of people management & development.Experience leading and working with a multi-regional and multi-functional team in a global, highly cross-functional environment.Project management and Program developmentAdvanced planning platforms (OMP, SAP APO, JDE) – Demonstrated system expertise, deployments, and optimizationDeep E2E Supply Chain and Planning processes (Demand, Supply, and Inventory Management).Detailed working knowledge of global and local commercial market operationsKnowledge, Skills, and capabilitiesCritical thinking – ability to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that realizes functional and company goals.Superb interpersonal and communication skills (incl. to senior leadership) with the ability to adjust to the audience (business vs. technical, professionals vs. leadership) is required.Excellent ability to influence at all levels within the Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial Organization.Ability to forge positive and productive relationships across functions.Demonstrates a solid understanding of Supply Chain concepts and methodologies.Demonstrates a strong solid understanding of standard methodologies and benchmarks.Maintains a network of outside partners and specialists around supply chain technologies.Working knowledge of financial processes.Ability to effectively lead projects, multiple priorities, and timelinesEqual Opportunity:Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit .Company disclaimer:Company management reserves the right to add, delete or otherwise alter assigned duties at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.