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. 

Leadership Development & Business Acumen:

• Mentor Manufacturing Unit Leaders on BD’s business strategy, financials, and operational impact.

• Enhance operational financial acumen among Manufacturing Unit Leaders and other plant leaders to improve decision-making and performance.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team, providing insights and recommendations for business and operational improvements.

Strategic Operations:

• Work with the Plant Leadership Team to identify, prioritize, and address key areas for operational improvement.

• Ensure harmonization of the tiered management process across all business units to drive efficiency and standardization.

• Assist all business units in developing and maintaining key performance indicators and ensuring proactive monitoring and response to trigger limits.

• Proactively drive business performance improvements across all plant business units.

• Collaborate with leadership to implement cost-to-win (C2W) initiatives, contributing annual savings equivalent to or greater than 3X salary.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Communication:

• Serve as the liaison between supply chain and operations across all business units, ensuring schedule harmonization for maximum throughput and minimal downtime.

• Provide expert operational insights and professionally communicate plant operations status to senior BD leadership.

• Advocate for the success and revitalization of BD Sumter by promoting site-wide alignment and engagement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing leadership, business integration, or operations management.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong financial foresight with the ability to translate operational performance into business impact.

• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and develop leaders in financial and business insight.   

• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and K.P.I. management.

• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication.

• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment across multiple business units.

Physical Demands:

• Walking frequently around the manufacturing environment to monitor progress, inspect work and attending meetings.

• Lifting and carrying occasionally carrying materials or equipment up to 20 pounds.

• Keyboarding frequently to enter data, create reports and communicate via email, teams, and other forms of plant communications.

• Visual and auditory frequently to read and hear effectively. 

Work Environment:

• The position may involve working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

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/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status. 

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