Job Description Summary

The Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to the MDS Worldwide President, MDS Vice President of Finance and other leaders as needed. In this dynamic role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of the Business Unit, enabling our leaders to focus on driving strategic initiatives and fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.

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. 

Responsibilities:

The Executive Assistant will be primarily responsible for providing support to include, but not limited to: 

• Managing active calendars, written and telephone communication, and documentation scanning and filing.

• Arranging complex domestic and international travel itineraries in compliance with policy and procedure to optimize use of Executive's time and schedule, and processing expense reports in a timely manner.

• Coordinating leadership team meetings including developing agenda and content, communications and meeting logistics, meeting minutes as required, and ensuring required technical support

• Processing invoices and purchase orders ensuring payment fulfillment.

• Managing interview schedules for department positions.

• Creating communication, PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets for executive level projects.

• Partnering with team members on critical project tracking and reporting.

• Team member in planning and executing special events (i.e. Senior Leadership Team meetings, recognition awards, company events etc). 

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma (or equivalent) required with minimum of 6 years of relevant administrative experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Experience scheduling and managing calendars of management/executives with attention to accuracy and detail.

• Experience processing expense reports and purchase orders.

• Vice President or above support experience required.

• Must have professional demeanor and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including both written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to influence and achieve objectives required

• Ability to handle internal and external information and matters with utmost confidentiality, discretion and sound judgement required

• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task required

• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to address and solve problems quickly required. Ability to proactively anticipate team’s needs and plan ahead required.

• Must have a positive attitude, initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) required

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 NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

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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.

Salary Range Information

$30.00 - $49.40 USD Hourly