Supply & Demand Planner

Job Description Summary
The Supply & Demand Planner will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive supply and demand plans to ensure optimal product availability and inventory levels for GE Medical Systems Egypt. This role plays a critical part in balancing customer needs with production capabilities and inventory efficiency.

Responsibilities
Job Description

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for medical equipment, spare parts, and services using historical data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing teams.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance to gather insights and refine demand forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Translate demand forecasts into actionable supply plans, considering production capacity, lead times, and supplier capabilities.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify potential shortages or excesses, and implement corrective actions to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize obsolescence.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability and efficient inbound/outbound logistics.
• Analyze supply chain performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings, presenting demand and supply plans, and collaborating on strategic decisions.
• Manage and optimize planning parameters within the ERP system (e.g., safety stock, reorder points, lead times).
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, such as supplier disruptions or material shortages.
• Prepare regular reports on demand forecasts, supply plans, inventory performance, and key supply chain metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a supply chain planning, demand planning, or supply planning role, preferably within the medical device or healthcare industry.
• Proven experience with demand forecasting techniques and tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for planning and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of S&OP processes and best practices is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Inclusion and Diversity
GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Behaviors
We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Total Rewards
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you'd expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you'll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

**Additional Information*
*Relocation Assistance Provided:
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