Job Description Summary

The Global Category Manager will report directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and lead, direct and manage the development and execution of a global spend category strategy inclusive of procurement, sourcing, contract, and vendor relationship management. The global spend category also includes Sourcing leadership for the three Mexican facilities. Work independently or under little supervision to perform Strategic Sourcing for assigned product portfolio to minimize cost, mitigate risk, improve product quality and optimize assurance of supply.

Responsibilities
• Responsible for collaborating with global business and procurement managers within the Hub and Spoke Model to set the global strategic and tactical direction for sourcing efforts related to spend category, ensuring integration with business vision and strategy.
• Create Category Sourcing Strategies and deploy process throughout company by effectively communicating category strategies to the business unit and R&D leaders.
• Understand and monitor key spending trends, cost drivers, market factors, geographic considerations and strategic importance of critical materials in order to implement appropriate sourcing strategies/
• Manage and facilitate all facets of the procurement activities for category including vendor evaluations, site audits and continuous improvement process for all suppliers.
• Locate, analyze, develop and maintain a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs of all purchased materials and services.
• Lead enterprise-wide negotiations for business terms and develop contracts for the supply of both standard and complex products and services with new and existing suppliers. Collaborate with Legal in regards to contractual terms.
• Evaluate complex situations to develop and implement a preferred solution for the maximum benefit.
• Lead supplier business review process to drive continuous improvement in cost, delivery, and quality performance.
• Uphold company fiduciary responsibilities; actively ensure and maintain adherence to company standards and values, business controls, ethics, policies and procedures, and professional standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process by leveraging Lean Six Sigma

Additional Desirable Skills and Knowledge
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Must have strong understanding of sourcing process, analytics, negotiations, costing exercises, make versus buy and market intelligence.
• Ability to use PC's and associated software.
Working knowledge of sourcing systems such as Ariba and ERP systems.

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 Global Category Manager will report directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and lead, direct and manage the development and execution of a global spend category strategy inclusive of procurement, sourcing, contract, and vendor relationship management. The global spend category also includes Sourcing leadership for the three Mexican facilities. Work independently or under little supervision to perform Strategic Sourcing for assigned product portfolio to minimize cost, mitigate risk, improve product quality and optimize assurance of supply.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for collaborating with global business and procurement managers within the Hub and Spoke Model to set the global strategic and tactical direction for sourcing efforts related to spend category, ensuring integration with business vision and strategy. 

• Create Category Sourcing Strategies and deploy process throughout company by effectively communicating category strategies to the business unit and R&D leaders.

• Understand and monitor key spending trends, cost drivers, market factors, geographic considerations and strategic importance of critical materials in order to implement appropriate sourcing strategies/

• Manage and facilitate all facets of the procurement activities for category including vendor evaluations, site audits and continuous improvement process for all suppliers.

• Locate, analyze, develop and maintain a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs of all purchased materials and services.

• Lead enterprise-wide negotiations for business terms and develop contracts for the supply of both standard and complex products and services with new and existing suppliers.  Collaborate with Legal in regards to contractual terms.  

• Evaluate complex situations to develop and implement a preferred solution for the maximum benefit.

•  Lead supplier business review process to drive continuous improvement in cost, delivery, and quality performance.

• Uphold company fiduciary responsibilities; actively ensure and maintain adherence to company standards and values, business controls, ethics, policies and procedures, and professional standards.

• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process by leveraging Lean Six Sigma

Education and/ or Experience Required:

• BS/BA degree with 6-8+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent analytical and communication skills. 
• Must have strong understanding of sourcing process, analytics, negotiations, costing exercises, make versus buy and market intelligence.
• Ability to use PC's and associated software. 
• Working knowledge of sourcing systems such as Ariba and ERP systems.

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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Primary Work Location

USA PR - Guaynabo

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