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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. 

The Associate Director Supply chain leads a team of professionals and manages the performance and analysis of all aspects of material flows throughout the supply chain.

The position is managing the health and performance of the supply chain and ensuring optimal capacity planning and material availability to meet customer expectations. They serve as the subject matter authority in SAP MM, SAP WM/EWM, and SAP PP.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of the instruments supply chain, materials planning & purchasing, production planning, warehouse management, and inventory management

• Manages the analysis and reporting of materials performance measurement.

• Execution of the materials strategy to support Key Business Objectives.

• Measures and provides analysis of supply constraints and inventory management

• Plans material flows to ensure optimal supply continuity and productivity.

• Leads key projects or initiatives supporting process transformation, inventory optimization, outsourcing, and other materials management initiatives.

• Collaborates cross functionally to identify vulnerabilities and to close operational gaps.

• Complies with all GMP, regulatory and ISO guidelines, including company policies and departmental procedures.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the site senior leadership team, working in close partnership to coach and mentor the organization on process improvement and business excellence efforts.

• This position reports directly to the Instruments Plant Manager.

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Qualifications and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Administration

• 7 – 10 years of experience in Supply Chain and Materials Management

• SAP MM/SAP PP/SAP WM/EWM certification

• APICS Certification

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Administration - Preferred

• Advanced knowledge of SAP and SCM - Preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced Planning and Materials Management skills

• Advanced analytical skills and development of performance measurement dashboards

• Advanced interpersonal and oral/written communications skills

• Experience in SAP MM, SAP WM/EWM, and SAP PP

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft office suite

• Possesses strong strategic abilities and has demonstrated the ability to develop a vision and drive for successful attainment of that vision.

• Effective analytical and critical thinking skills, including business and financial analyses.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, and progressive thinking.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, consult and influence senior management in a cross-functional, matrix, global environment.

• Excellent written and oral skills, and strong facilitation and negotiation skills.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with ambiguities and rapid changes.

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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