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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 makerof possible with us.

Role: VP, BD Excellence Specimen Management (SM)
Reports to: WW President, SM
Location (in-office): Franklin Lakes, NJ 
Travel: 50%

Overview: 

Reporting to the WW President of SM and serving as a leadership team member, the VP BD Excellence (BDE), SM focuses on four main areas: 1) driving BD Excellence adoption and execution throughout the organization, with primary focus on commercial, innovation, and manufacturing tools.  2.) leading BD Excellence education to grow companywide adoption and acumen. 3.) managing continuous improvement process, with emphasis on visual management, problem solving, and kaizen.  4.) Working with SM and BDX BD Excellence leadership to develop frameworks and training programs to drive the adoption of BD Excellence across the global SM Organization.

In this role, you will be hyper-focused in ensuring that Specimen Management's process optimization andimprovement initiatives are rooted in a deep understanding of commercial driversand client value.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as a thought partner to SM leaders, supporting the adoption and deployment of BD Excellence tools and mindset across departments and regions. 

• Be a change champion in the development and deployment of BD Excellence as this is new to the organization

• Own the deployment of BD Excellence tools through Commercial, Innovation and Manufacturing/Operations

• Own Weekly and Monthly SM Business Operations review format and execution in collaboration with the President

• Be an expert (can teach and execute) in the BD Excellence fundamentals of VM/DM, Problem Solving, Kaizen and Funnel Management  

• Partner with Segment BD Excellence leadership to develop tools and trainings to expand the adoption of BD Excellence

• Drive BD Excellence education by providing broad coaching and trainings as well as eventually rolling out a certified practitioner program.

• Use bowlers, key performance indicators, and action plans to drive prioritization and rigor based on clear metric

• Support President in driving key initiatives through BD Excellence, including revenue growth, Gross Profit Improvement and Operational Profit

• Develop and facilitate continuous improvement (Kaizen) events to achieve and sustain improvement results

• Own and develop BU digitalization strategy to drive efficiency across SM

KSA Requirements (Knowledge, Skill, Abilities)

• Significant career experience in an organization where a business system is part of the culture and the core tools of visual management, problem solving, kaizen are embedded in all aspects of the business

• Excellent facilitation skills both in person and virtually.  Ability to hold individual’s attention, create excitement, and hold all team members responsible for outcomes

• Change champion. Ability to drive culture and change. BD Excellence is new to BD and SM and this individual will need to drive the change management journey

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to gain followership and drive results

• Positive attitude and ability to work closely with entire leadership team to drive change, continuous improvement, and engagement throughout the organization

• The capacity to plan, organize, & complete projects on time. Excellent project management skills and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines

• Ability to lead teams and drive change in a matrix organization

• Entrepreneurial mindset. Individual who can drive progress with limited oversite

• Action oriented individual who is highly proactive at solving problems and obtaining results.

• True love of continuous improvement, measuring results, and problem solving

• Team player who can work well across a global organization

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Engineering, or a related field, required. 

Desired Skill / Experience

• Experience in a commercial (Sales, Marketing, Service) setting a must.

• Experience in leveraging CRM tools and insights to drive commercial excellence in large organizations (SFDC) is a must.

• Experience in Manufacturing is a plus

• Certified practioner in lean tools

• MBA a plus

Work Environment:

• In-office (4 days per week in a BD office, when not traveling)

• Heavy US travel required to various BD manufacturing sites and BD's HQ in Franklin Lakes, NJ.

• Relocation assistance may be provided, where applicable.

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.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

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.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

• Annual Bonus

• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits

• Medical coverage

• Health Savings Accounts

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dental coverage

• Vision coverage

• Hospital Care Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accidental Injury Insurance

• Life and AD&D insurance

• Short-term disability coverage

• Long-term disability insurance

• Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

• Anxiety management program

• Wellness incentives

• Sleep improvement program

• Diabetes management program

• Virtual physical therapy

• Emotional/mental health support programs

• Weight management programs

• Gastrointestinal health program

• Substance use management program

• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

• BD 401(k) Plan

• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan

• 529 College Savings Plan

• Financial counseling

• Baxter Credit Union (BCU)

• Daily Pay

• College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves

• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement

• MetLife Legal Plan

• Group auto and home insurance

• Pet insurance

• Commuter benefits

• Discounts on products and services

• Academic Achievement Scholarship

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employer matching donation

• Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

• Adoption assistance

• Backup day care and eldercare

• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers

• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

• Bereavement leaves

• Military leave

• Personal leave

• Family and Medical Leave (FML)

• Jury and Witness Duty Leave

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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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