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Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Job Overview

The Associate Director (BD Excellence Platform) for Specimen Management (SM) will be responsible for implementing and optimizing lean methodologies to support the platform teams across the organization. This role will work under the direction of the Sr. Director BD Excellence Specimen Management to partner with platform leaders across the BD Specimen Management Business Unit and regions. The Associate Director will ensure the successful implementation of a best-in-class platform ecosystem and platform operating model for Specimen Management. They will work with various departments to ensure the successful deployment of processes that align with Specimen Management's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Specimen Management Platform and Integrated Supply Chain teams to implement and deploy process excellence.
• Support the deployment and implementation of the integrated business planning strategy, including tools, frameworks, and standardization.
• Drive cross-functional performance across platform, commercial, finance, operations, and supply chain teams by deploying BD Excellence tools and optimizing efficiency.
• Provide training and ongoing support to Specimen Management associates to ensure successful adoption of new BD Excellence tools.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement changes to enhance the operating model.
• Take a hands-on approach to support the Specimen Management platforms and commercial teams in solving mission-critical problems.
• Become a certified practitioner in problem-solving and kaizen methodology and serve as a thought partner in BD Excellence tools, supporting the adoption and deployment across departments and regions.
• Drive BD Excellence education by providing broad coaching and trainings, supporting the development and roll-out of certification programs.
• Willingness to travel 25%-50% domestically and internationally as required

Education and certifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a focus in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred. MBA degree is preferred.
• Certification as a trainer or facilitator and certified practitioner in lean tools is highly preferred

Experience

• 7+ years of product management and supply chain experience required with a proven track record of driving processes to achieve results, ideally as a marketing manager, product manager, or supply chain manager in a regulatory environment within Healthcare, Med Tech, Pharma, or Life Sciences
• 5+ years of proven experience with the core tools of visual management, problem-solving, and kaizen at a company focused on continuous improvement is preferred
• Extensive Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) experience and problem-solving skills required. Experience using tools such as MS Excel, Power BI, Einstein to visualize data is required. SAP knowledge is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate a complex, matrix organization, effectively convey new concepts, tools, and strategies, and tailor communications according to the audience is required.
• Capacity to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty, consistently demonstrating a growth mindset and resilience in the face of obstacles is required.
• Demonstrated success in driving business impact through continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives, particularly in commercial organizations and in a fast-changing environment is required.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers 

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

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