Leader, Demand & Supply Chain Planning
In-Office, Tempe, AZ
- Job ID
- R-558223
- Category
- Supply Chain
- Location
- Tempe, Arizona
Build a manufacturing career grounded in teamwork and real-world impact
At BD, Manufacturing professionals produce the medical technologies patients and clinicians rely on every day. You'll work hands-on with advanced equipment, follow rigorous quality and safety standards and play a direct role in delivering reliable supply chains for healthcare systems around the world.
Whether you're an experienced operator or building your technical skillset, BD offers a supportive environment, clear expectations and opportunities to grow – all within a company committed to doing work that matters. And as one of the largest global medical technology companies, you'll contribute to manufacturing at a scale that strengthens healthcare systems worldwide, advancing care where it's needed most.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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.
Job Description
The Leader, Demand & Supply Chain Planning has primary responsibility for supply chain activities across assigned platforms and product lines to achieve business objectives, meet customer service goals, and optimize inventory. The role serves as a trusted subject matter expert and primary resource for team members, providing guidance, coaching, and support on complex planning matters. This position leads cross-functional projects and advanced supply chain planning activities, including proactive risk mitigation, supply execution oversight, forecasting, capacity planning, scenario analysis, and performance monitoring and reporting. Success requires a collaborative, innovative leader and facilitator with strong analytical and communication skills.
Essential / Key Job Responsibilities (including supervisory and/or fiscal):
- Serve as a go-to planning expert, providing team members with guidance and support on complex issues.
- Lead cross-functional supply chain projects from planning through execution, ensuring alignment, ownership, and results.
- Align global supply, operational, market, and financial requirements with manufacturing capabilities.
- Lead customer service communications for assigned product portfolios.
- Monitor production attainment and proactively communicate supply constraints and risks.
- Monitor capacity and partner cross-functionally to resolve constraints.
- Partner with demand planners to mitigate customer service, inventory, and cost risks.
- Develop global inventory allocation and production prioritization strategies.
- Lead backorder reporting, root-cause analysis, mitigation, and team updates.
- Define, recommend, and maintain safety stock targets.
- Provide finished-goods availability dates to Commercial teams.
- Analyze inventory performance, depletion, targets, and excess and obsolete risk.
- Plan inventory allocation for global regulatory builds.
- Support SKU rationalization, RECODE, and product lifecycle initiatives.
- Manage product phase-outs to minimize obsolete inventory.
- Lead supply planning for new product launches, including stocking strategy requirements.
- Perform advanced analysis for issue resolution, scenario planning, and financial evaluation.
- Query and interpret data to support decisions.
- Provide insights to Business Unit leadership and support annual business planning.
- Prepare executive-level presentations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental, and company requirements; perform other assigned duties and projects.
Required Qualifications:
- Solid knowledge of key Supply Chain concepts (Demand/Supply/Production Planning, Capacity Leveling, PLM, Logistics and Inventory Control)
- Experience in manufacturing environment coordinating multi-discipline activities
- BS in Supply Chain Management or related field
- Proven ability to effectively engage with cross-functional organizations (Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, Quality, etc.)
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills needed to resolve conflicts impacting the business strategy
- Advanced Excel skills to manipulate and analyze data
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written, verbal, listening, and presentation
- Demonstrated customer-centric focus and global orientation
- Detail-oriented individual with a strong ability to multi-task
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management certification
- Multi-year experience with planning systems, ERP systems experience required, Kinaxis system experience a plus.
- Knowledge and awareness of Lean techniques and Six Sigma, experience
- Advanced knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI, QlikView, Tableau, etc.)
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?
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://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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Success Profile
What sets successful Manufacturing professionals apart? You're likely to thrive in BD Manufacturing if you are:
- Team player
- Detail-oriented
- Problem-solver
- Results-driven
- Self-starter
- Trustworthy
Ready to be part of something bigger?
This is an environment for individuals who value consistency, teamwork and quality. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, structured training and clear processes – while contributing to products that improve patient care at scale. See how a 34-year BD veteran brings to life the pride, purpose and possibility found in a manufacturing career that truly makes an impact.
Hear from Our Associates
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"The stories I hear about how our BD products are impacting people's lives is what gets me excited about my role. It gives me self-gratification knowing each day that we are shipping out items so we can help those whose lives are at risk."
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"My confidence in our products not only comes from my own experience being directly involved with the product assembly process and working with well-trained and caring associates, but also knowing that there are robust procedures and good teams in place to safeguard every process and its quality, every step of the way."
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"The culture at BD is very connected, supportive and the people have a lot of pride – and it shows in the work everyone does."
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"The management team and I actively sought various internal and external training resources and channels, established a comprehensive talent training system, and provided associates with personalized training and development plans. I'm proud that most of the management team members come from internal promotions."
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