- Professional
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Location: Bella Vista, Sydney
Work type: Hybrid
Role Summary
Resmed’s Global Supply Chain Planning ambition is to be a trusted partner orchestrating a Best-in-class supply chain, maximizing customer value and enabling profitable growth.
The Product Lifecycle Planning Manager plays a pivotal role in realising this ambition. This influential role requires deep alignment with Product roadmap and Global Supply Chain strategies and capabilities, fostering strong cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain and Commercial teams. This role will be responsible for shaping and executing product lifecycle strategies from new product launch through to end-of-life ensuring decisions are insight-driven, customer-centric and enable profitable growth.
By leveraging advanced analytics, business acumen, expertise in supply chain planning and strong cross-functional partnerships, the ideal candidate will deliver product lifecycle strategies that make a measurable impact in a dynamic and rapidly evolving MedTech landscape.
Let’s Talk About Responsibilities:
Strategic Lifecycle Planning
Lead the design and execution of end-to-end product lifecycle strategies that align with portfolio priorities, revenue growth, cost efficiencies, and competitiveness.
Ensure lifecycle decisions maximize customer value, safeguard availability, and support profitable growth.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to enable seamless new product introductions, scaling, and discontinuations.
Integrate commercial insights into demand forecasts with clear assumptions and robust review cycles.
Develop inventory strategies that balance availability with efficiency, including last-time buy planning for components tied to end-of-life products.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build trusted partnerships with Commercial, Product, Project, and Supply Chain teams to deliver timely supply outcomes aligned with lifecycle strategies.
Drive alignment across functions on:
Supply chain and project risk management, with mitigation plans.
Demand assumptions, uncertainties, and changes.
Market dynamics and regional strategies.
Foster accountability with clear ownership through strong stakeholder engagement.
Communicate lifecycle plans and updates to business stakeholders, providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
Represent the supply chain function in product development reviews, project gate milestones, and commercial strategy sessions.
Commercial Acumen & Market Intelligence
Translate business strategy and customer needs into actionable planning initiatives.
Apply financial modelling, ROI analysis, and scenario planning to optimize lifecycle decisions.
Anticipate and adapt to market changes with data-driven insights.
Innovation & Process Optimization
Challenge the status quo with new ideas that drive transformation, cost optimization, and process excellence.
Partner with Planning Excellence to support Supply Chain initiatives.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Champion a data-centric approach to lifecycle planning by leveraging advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and real-time data from supply chain systems to inform decisions.
Confidently influence stakeholders by presenting evidence-based recommendations.
Success Metrics
On-time NPI delivery with full supply chain readiness.
Smooth execution of end-of-life and obsolescence plans without disruption.
Optimized inventory and costs
Strong stakeholder feedback on influence and collaboration.
Proactive lifecycle risk identification and mitigation.
Contributions to process improvements and digital supply chain initiatives.
Let’s Talk About You:
Education: Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
Experience: 5+ years in supply chain planning with strong demand planning and product lifecycle management experience and at least 2 years in MedTech or regulated healthcare.
Commercial Acumen: Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and P&L alignment.
Analytical Skills: Skilled in scenario modelling, trend analysis, and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP (SAP, Oracle), planning tools, and data analytics platforms.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills across all levels of the business.
Preferred: APICS CPIM/CSCP or PMP certification, agile product development experience, and exposure to sustainable or digital supply chain initiatives.
Why Join Us?
At ResMed, we believe in “Do it Best, Do it Together.” You’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team shaping the next generation of supply chain planning — from advanced demand planning to ERP transformation. Together, we are building a supply chain that is more reliable, agile, and impactful for patients worldwide.
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Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
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