Demand Planning Separation

The Demand Planning Separation role plays a critical part in ensuringaccuratedemand signals during a period of business transformation. This position supports the Plan function within Supply Chain by developing demand forecasts analyzing trends and partneringcrossfunctionallyto enable service continuity and inventory optimization. The role offers high visibility and impact as DePuy Synthes transitions to a standalone organization contributing directly to customer service operational stability anddatadrivendecisionmaking.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop andmaintaindemand forecasts using historical data market intelligence and input from commercial and supply chain partners.

• Analyze demand variability forecast accuracy and bias;identifyrisks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.

• Partner with Supply Planning Commercial Finance and Operations teams to align demand plans with supply capabilities.

• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes withhighqualitydemand insights.

• Monitorproduct lifecycle changes including launches transitions and discontinuations and reflect impactsindemand plans.

• Prepare and present demand planning reports dashboards and scenario analyses for leadership review.

• Ensure data integrity across planning systems and support continuous improvement of planning processes and tools.

• Apply Johnson & Johnsons Credo and DePuy Synthes values in alldaytodayinteractions anddecisionmaking.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degreein Supply Chain Business Finance Operations Engineering ora relatedfield.

• Masters degree or MBA preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• Typicallyrequires8-10years of relevant professional experiencein demand planning supply chain planning forecasting or analytics.

• Experience working with forecasting methodologies demand planning tools and ERP systems.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret dataidentifytrends and translate insights into actions.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and data analysis techniques.

• Ability to collaborate effectively acrosscrossfunctionalteams in a matrix environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in medical devices life sciences or a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Experience supporting S&OP or IBP processes.

• Familiarity with demand planning systems (e.g. SAP APO/IBP or similar platforms).

• Experience supporting business transformations separations orlargescalechange initiatives.

• Knowledge of statistical forecasting techniques and performance metrics (e.g. MAPE bias).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Other

Language:English.
Travel:Limited; Up to 10% domestic travel.
Certifications:APICS CPIM or similar certification preferred.

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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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 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.

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