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 **Know someone at Stryker?** Ask them to refer you before applying to take advantage of our employee referral program. **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, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.