Job Description Summary

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 Site Supplier Quality Specialist is responsible for defining and executing the supplier management activities required to approve site and local suppliers and to maintain their approved status through their service lifecycle. This is achieved by providing collaborative support to quality leadership and working with other functions in the organization including Quality Engineering, WW Supplier Quality Assurance, Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs, and additionally to corporate functions, regulatory agencies, and suppliers.  This position is also accountable for the support of the continued improvement and implementation of the Quality Management System as well as maintaining compliance to regulations, standards, and corporate requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Develop applicable Site / Unit procedures / work instructions and may make updates to Unit level procedures and policies.
• Serve as Supplier Quality associate for local and/or site-related suppliers (products and services)
  • Support identification suppliers and collaborate with cross-functional and/or WW team to complete supplier selection process
  • Implement supplier approval strategy. Facilitate, manage, and track supplier qualification and approval progress
  • Support Supplier creation/updates in Aravo
  • Manage and maintain Quality Agreements with suppliers, when needed
  • Provide on-going Supplier Quality Assurance support to all existing local and site-related suppliers
  • Collect and archive all relevant Supplier-related documentation
  • Support Supplier Quality performance monitoring.
  • Support and/or conduct supplier quality audits / assessments, as needed.
  • Manage changes initiated by suppliers. Coordinate with appropriate cross-functional teams
  • Support QA/QC lab with supplier activities related to product batch release and customer complaints as necessary
• Lead or support problem-solving and root cause analysis activities (CAPA, Audits, Nonconformances, customer complaints, Supplier related complaints, etc.), as needed.
• Support internal and external audits as a subject matter expert, and support pre-and post-audit activities, as needed.
• Track trends of various quality data sources. Analyze and report on metrics.
• Support Site and WW Quality continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirement:

• BS degree in Engineering, Science, or other related discipline
• At least 3-5 years of medical device, biologic, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic industry experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize workload with minimum supervision
• Effective analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative ability to work with diverse cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of US and International regulations and standards that apply to the medical device industry, such as 21CFR820, ISO 13485, EU MDR, and MDSAP is highly desirable.
• Audit experience is desirable.

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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