Supervisor - International Transportation & Global Trade Management

In-Office, Minato-ku, Tokyo

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Job ID: R-551422
Category: Supply Chain
Location: Japón

Construye una carrera en manufactura basada en trabajo en equipo e impacto en el mundo real

En BD, los profesionales de Manufactura producen las tecnologías médicas en las que pacientes y médicos confían todos los días. Trabajarás directamente con equipos avanzados, seguirás rigurosos estándares de calidad y seguridad, y desempeñarás un rol directo en la entrega de cadenas de suministro confiables para sistemas de salud alrededor del mundo.

Ya sea que seas un operador experimentado o estés desarrollando tu conjunto de habilidades técnicas, BD ofrece un ambiente de apoyo, expectativas claras y oportunidades para crecer, todo dentro de una compañía comprometida con hacer un trabajo que importa. Y como una de las compañías de tecnología médica más grandes a nivel global, contribuirás a la manufactura a una escala que fortalece los sistemas de salud en todo el mundo, avanzando la atención donde más se necesita.

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

Connect global supply chains to support better healthcare outcomes.

From managing international transportation to ensuring trade compliance, this role helps keep critical healthcare products moving efficiently across borders.

As the Supervisor, International Transportation & Global Trade Management, you will work closely with teams across Japan and globally to support the reliable movement of products, drive operational improvements, and help maintain a resilient supply chain in a complex healthcare environment.

At BD, possibility isn't an idea. It's what we do. We are the Makers of Possible.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the uninterrupted supply and timely delivery of BD and Medicon products to customers across Japan.

You will lead day-to-day import and export operations while partnering with Demand Planning, Warehousing, Logistics providers, and regional stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, transportation optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a highly collaborative role with visibility across multiple functions and international teams, offering the opportunity to influence key decisions that support BD's purpose of advancing healthcare outcomes.

Your Day-to-Day

Lead and oversee import and export operations for BD and Medicon products, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and service excellence.
Drive transportation and logistics performance by analysing freight structures and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation.
Partner closely with Demand Planning, Warehousing, and external logistics providers to maintain a stable and reliable supply chain.
Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and customer experience.
Build strong relationships with domestic and international stakeholders to resolve operational issues and drive alignment.
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of experience within a freight forwarder, carrier, or logistics environment, with expertise in air and/or ocean freight
Fluent Japanese and business-level English communication skills
Strong understanding of customs regulations, international trade, and compliance requirements
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a logical and analytical approach
Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with customers, suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders

Nice to Have

Experience using SAP and/or JDE
People leadership or team management experience
Knowledge of transportation cost modelling and optimisation
Experience working within a multinational or matrix organisation

Success Profile

Strong communicator who can influence across functions
Positive, collaborative, and resilient mindset
Ability to lead through complexity and change
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Commercial and financial awareness
Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

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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Primary Work Location

JPN Tokyo - Minato-ku

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Perfil de Éxito

¿Qué distingue a los profesionales exitosos de Manufactura? Es probable que prosperes en Manufactura de BD si eres:

Jugador/a de equipo
Orientado/a al detalle
Solucionador/a de problemas
Orientado/a a resultados
Proactivo/a
Confiable

¿Listo/a para ser parte de algo más grande?

Este es un ambiente para individuos que valoran la consistencia, el trabajo en equipo y la calidad. Estarás respaldado/a por líderes experimentados, capacitación estructurada y procesos claros, mientras contribuyes a productos que mejoran la atención del paciente a gran escala. Mira cómo un veterano de BD con 34 años da vida al orgullo, propósito y posibilidad que se encuentra en una carrera de manufactura que verdaderamente genera un impacto.

Escucha de nuestros asociados

"Las historias que escucho sobre cómo nuestros productos de BD están impactando las vidas de las personas es lo que me entusiasma de mi rol. Me da satisfacción personal saber que cada día estamos enviando artículos para poder ayudar a aquellos cuyas vidas están en riesgo."

Peter Benash

Gerente Senior de Distribución – Redlands, CA, Estados Unidos
"Mi confianza en nuestros productos no solo proviene de mi propia experiencia al estar directamente involucrado con el proceso de ensamblaje del producto y trabajar con asociados bien capacitados y comprometidos, sino también de saber que existen procedimientos robustos y buenos equipos para salvaguardar cada proceso y su calidad, en cada paso del camino."

JoJo Hu

Planificador/a de Manufactura y Suministro – Winnersh, Reino Unido
"'La cultura en BD es muy conectada, solidaria y las personas tienen mucho orgullo, y esto se refleja en el trabajo que cada uno hace."

Joshua Dolheimer

Técnico – Sparks, MD, Estados Unidos
"El equipo de gestión y yo buscamos activamente diversos recursos y canales de capacitación internos y externos, establecimos un sistema integral de formación de talento y proporcionamos a los asociados planes de capacitación y desarrollo personalizados. Me enorgullece que la mayoría de los miembros del equipo de gestión provengan de promociones internas."

Rowland Zhu

Gerente de Planta – Suzhou, China