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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. 

Role Overview:

This strategic individual contributor role serves as a key enabler to the Technology Enablement team, operating in a Chief of Staff-style capacity to drive clarity, alignment, and execution across a dynamic portfolio of initiatives. While primarily an individual contributor, the role may include leadership responsibilities for managing 1-2 team members. The Senior Strategy Manager will help shape how the team operates, communicates, and delivers outcomes, with a focus on strategic planning, operating rhythms, executive storytelling, and transformation enablement. This role partners closely with senior leaders and cross-functional collaborators to ensure the Technology Enablement team is positioned to deliver impact with speed and scale across the Medication Management Solutions business.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, committed professional who thrives in ambiguity and brings a strong ownership mentality. This person excels at building trust and credibility across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, and is highly skilled in communication and executive storytelling. They combine sharp attention to detail with the ability to simplify complex topics into clear, compelling narratives that influence decisions. Highly organized and adaptable, they can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while driving clarity and alignment across diverse initiatives. They are passionate about problem-solving and collaboration, quick to ramp up in new areas, and adept at setting expectations and influencing outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Enablement & Value Realization Strategy

• Partner with finance and project collaborators to enable value realization across a $5M+ capital technology project portfolio, ensuring alignment on outcomes and validating impact of transformation efforts

• Act as a strategic thought partner to the Director, providing insights, recommendations, and operational support

• Manage team communications, planning cadences, and coordination across initiatives

• Anticipate needs, identify gaps, and proactively drive solutions to improve team effectiveness

Transformation & Change Enablement

• Support strategic change management and communications planning for large-scale transformation initiatives (e.g., SAP transformation)

• Partner with stakeholders to define success metrics, track progress, and drive adoption

• Collaborate with the Operations Strategy team to align and apply BD Excellence tools and methodologies— driving consistency, fostering cross-functional partnership, and ensuring strategic alignment with the broader BDE&BT and MMS objectives

• Exhibit well-rounded interpersonal skills, working in a highly cross-functional environment, developing strong relationships, and influencing stakeholders

Strategic Planning & Operating Rhythm

• Drive and manage operating systems including strategic planning, goal alignment, and execution tracking

• Support the Director in defining and maintaining team priorities, IIGs, and performance metrics

• Lead preparation and facilitation of executive forums, including business reviews, and leadership offsites

Executive Storytelling & Communications

• Create and maintain executive-level messaging and presentations for large portfolio initiatives, translating key takeaways into a compelling story for executive audiences

• Excel as a communicator with strong presentation skills and compelling storytelling abilities, able to explain complex topics and convince collaborators to take action

• Translate complex initiatives into clear narratives that highlight strategic opportunities and impact

• Create content for internal communications including talking points, FAQs, and email updates

Administrative/Other

• Timely completion of internal company documentation

• Timely completion of any Company or Department required training

• Mentor others on standard processes

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 7–10 years of experience in strategy, marketing, corporate communications, business operations, management consulting, or transformation roles

• 5–7 years of experience in crafting senior executive strategic presentations

• 2 or more years of experience leading and developing small teams (1–3 direct reports), with a focus on coaching and enabling high performance in a strategic or cross-functional environment

• Proven track record of enabling strategic and operational impact and change across complex organizations

• Expert proficiency in PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or Master’s in a related field strongly preferred

• Change management certification desirable

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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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