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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 makerof possible with us.

I. Position Summary

The Dir, BD Excellence Learning Development will be responsible to lead the end-to-end design of global learning programs and curricula that support the BD Excellence Academy. This role will design scalable, high-impact learning experiences across multiple modalities, including virtual, in-person, and on-the-job (Gemba), that enable a culture of continuous improvement, Lean thinking, and leadership capability across BD’s global business units.

This role will collaborate cross-functionally with leaders and stakeholders to design future-forward learning curricula that build BD Excellence capabilities across the enterprise at scale.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in learning curricula design, enterprise scale learning development and is energized by the opportunity to shape BD Excellence and build a culture of continuous improvement.

II. Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop and implement cohesive BD Excellence learning programs and curricula, including core, advanced, and certification-level tracks.

• Translate BD Excellence tools (e.g., Kaizen, Problem Solving, Visual Performance Management) into actionable, learner-centered programs across global audiences.

• Partner with SMEs to co-create experiential, high impact learning programs, incorporating adult learning theory, microlearning, and blended modalities.

• Incorporate knowledge checks, simulations, and assessments into programs to drive application and behavior change.

• Develop and implement train-the-trainer programs and certification pathways for facilitators.

• Build a global network of certified BD Excellence trainers.

• Create scalable instructional design and development process (with tools and templates) that includes learning content governance and ensures consistent learning quality and local adaptability across regions and business units.

• Define and implement a learning evaluation and metrics strategy to enable assessment effectiveness and evolve programs based on feedback, business outcomes, and learning analytics.

III. Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Masters in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Education, or related field preferred

IV. Experiences

• 10+ years of experience in corporate learning design, with at least 5 years in a leadership or learning architect role.

• Deep expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, curriculum development, and graphic design.

• Proven experience designing enterprise learning programs, ideally in a Lean/Continuous.

• Strong understanding of digital learning platforms, learning ecosystems, and blended delivery strategies.

• Demonstrated success in implementing learning measurement strategies tied to business performance.

• Experience working in a complex global matrix organization and designing for diverse cultural audiences.

• Proven track record of Learning Agility, taking on new projects and roles and demonstrating success within an accelerated timeframe.

• Possess high level of intelligence, integrity, energy, and business judgement with demonstrated growth mindset, and a proven track record in L&D excellence and leadership with substantial experience driving change initiatives

• Demonstrated ability to gain followership and drive results through change in a matrix organization.

• Strategic agility, with conceptual thinking, and sound business acumen are essential.  Advanced ability to use a broad range of methods, assumptions, frameworks, and perspectives when solving problems and making decisions.

• Possesses a bias for action, courage to drive through change and has a reputation for getting things done. 

• Advanced project planning and management experience, including the ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1–2 years), and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the business plan.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate a complex, matrix organization, the ability to effectively convey new concepts, tools and strategies with the ability to effectively tailor communications according to the audience.

• Excellent facilitation & communication skills both in person and virtually.  Ability to hold individual’s attention, create excitement, and hold all team members responsible for outcomes.

• True love of continuous improvement, measuring results, and problem solving.

• Entrepreneurial mindset. Individual who can drive progress with limited oversight.

V. Knowledge and Skills

Preferred Knowledge & Competencies

• Experience in a regulatory environment (FDA) or field within Healthcare, Med Tech, Pharma or Life Sciences is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of lean principles is preferred.  Certified practitioner in lean tools is highly desirable.

• Certification as a trainer and as a facilitator.

• Adult Learning: Theory and Practice: Advanced experience in applying concepts and practices of adult learning to meet the dynamic needs of the business

• Learning Needs Analysis: Advanced experience in assessing competency gaps and identifying what people need to learn for successful individual and organizational performance

• Learning Design and Development:  Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for designing and developing a solution.

• Learning Delivery:  Knowledge of methods and alternatives for delivering learning programs.

• Learning Evaluation:  Knowledge of methods, tools, and techniques for evaluating the effectiveness and impact of learning programs.

• Proven experience succeeding in a role where the team expects you to be the expert. 

• Ability to adapt to changing business environments.

Required Leadership Capabilities and Competencies

BD Leadership Commitments:

Deliver Results That Matter

• Takes customer needs and transforms them into a solution that creates value for customers, stakeholders, and shareholders.

• Continually demonstrates the ability to utilize both control and influence to drive results.

Win As One BD

• Proactively seeks opportunities to collaborate with colleagues to share and learn.

• Always thinks globally and acts locally with cultural sensitivity and organizational savvy.

• Continually works and leverages the power of the matrix.

Remove Obstacles & Empower Others

• Engages personally in difficult executional challenges and ensures collaboration between departments to remove roadblocks and deliver results.

• Challenges are anticipated and addressed with a connection to the future vision, keeping a strong focus on cooperation and transparency.

Courage to iterate, try new things and embrace change

• Looks beyond the “way we’ve always done it” and proactively seeks out innovation and best-in-class approaches whilst maintaining agility and speed.

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.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

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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