Hybrid Upstream Operations Manager – SPM, AET/ENT, Joint Repair Segments

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About the role

  • Upstream Operations Manager for Sports Medicine and ENT Business Unit at Smith+Nephew. Responsible for upstream portfolio execution and aligning product strategy with operational readiness.

Responsibilities

  • Owning upstream portfolio execution for the SPM and ENT business, aligning product strategy with operational readiness and commercial impact
  • Leading portfolio management and lifecycle planning, including profitability assessments, ROI modeling, market fit evaluations and product phase out decisions
  • Driving end to end value chain performance and continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma
  • Developing data driven insights and scenario modelling using tools such as SAP, Power BI, Tableau, SQL or advanced Excel
  • Ensuring operational readiness by integrating technical feasibility requirements with design, supply chain and commercial priorities
  • Leading cross functional alignment with R and D, marketing, sales, finance and supply chain to execute portfolio actions and product transitions
  • Preparing clear, concise and executive ready communications that simplify complex operational topics
  • Championing adaptive leadership behaviors including agility, resilience and continuous learning.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain or a related field
  • Advanced degree or certifications such as MBA, Lean Six Sigma, APICS CPIM/CSCP or PMP are highly valued
  • Minimum 7 to 10 years of experience in product management, operations or supply chain within a cross functional environment
  • Strong technical, analytical and digital tool capabilities, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
  • Demonstrated ability to lead without authority, influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities
  • A proactive, agile and collaborative approach with a commitment to governance discipline and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • tuition reimbursement
  • medical leave programs
  • parental leave
  • generous PTO
  • paid company holidays
  • 8 hours of volunteer time annually
  • wellness offerings such as EAP

Job title

Upstream Operations Manager – SPM, AET/ENT, Joint Repair Segments

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$119,500 - $207,250 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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