Supply Planning Co-Op - Limerick

Work Flexibility: Onsite

This role will be based in our Limerick site.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort.

Tasks and responsibilities may include:

• Together, with your Stryker team leader and college supervisor, identify a Supply Planning project along with project objectives, scope, success factors, milestones and evaluation.

• Supporting cross functional teams to develop best in class sourcing strategies for assigned suppliers and/or commodities in support of business objectives.

• Supporting the implementation of supplier and/or commodity strategy which will include spend/supply assessments, consolidation strategy, sourcing selection, financial and make v’s buy analyses.

• Represent the ‘voice of the supplier’ in the organization.                              

• Collaborate with key stakeholders on contract strategy for suppliers and create, negotiate, monitor and enforce when applicable.

• Develop strong relationships with key suppliers as well as other disciplines within the businesses.

• Participate in new product launches; lead supplier selection, requests for quotes and insurance that suppliers are clear on product launch deliverables; collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful launch.                                                

• Responsible for assuring cost standards are established for annual operating budgets.

• Ensures compliance with the Quality, Safety and 5S Systems.

What you will need:

• Enrolled in an Irish or Northern Irish university course in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, BIS or other related courses for the duration of the placement.

• Honesty and integrity; must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies.

• Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking - enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment.

• Reliable, dependable, and punctual.

• Organised, focused, and capable of multi-tasking.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good verbal and written communication skills with basic level of PC skills.

• Is a team player and capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team.

• Available for either 6, 9 or 12 months – exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker.

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.

• Experience our inclusive, people-first culture. You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.

• Flexible working hours.

• Sports & Social clubs and DE&I Employee Resource Groups and the opportunity to connect with other co-ops.

• The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives. In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Next steps:

• Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.

• Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.

• If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after.

• Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary – please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.

  

 

Ireland: €30,000 EUR Annually

  

 

If you’d like to learn more about the compensation associated with this opportunity, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

 

  

Travel Percentage: None