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.
Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)
Warehouse Management:
Oversee the operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient storage, handling, and distribution. Implement inventory control systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
Define logistic parameters both for direct and indirect materials according to production line features/constrains
Knowledge, development, and implementation of transport and distribution procedures to optimize resources, prioritize spending, and to achieve volume, timeliness, reliability, and safety standards
Responsible for overseeing the inventory management process, defining departmental strategies for appropriate inventory levels, eliminating obsolete and off-spec material, and reduce aging material
Internal Logistics:
Oversee the movement, storage, and handling of materials within the factory
Analyze and optimize the internal logistic flows in order to reduce material handling cost and increase overall productivity
Planning and Procurement:
Lead the development and implementation of supply planning processes to ensure the timely availability of materials and products. Coordinate with production to align supply plans with demand forecasts
Develop and execute strategic plans for procurement, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of raw materials and components. Manage supplier relationships
Use reports and metrics which analyze opportunities for savings and improvements
Optimize logistic flow and implement most efficient material flows method in terms of manpower handling
Rolling forecast planning
Supply Chain Optimization:
Continuously analyze and improve supply chain processes to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency. Implement risk management protocols to ensure supply chain continuity.
Compliance and Safety:
Ensure all operations comply with healthcare regulations and standards. Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and delivery for all materials.
Team Collaboration:
Work closely with other departments, such as Quality and Operations, to ensure seamless operations and compliance with all requirements.
Budget Management:
Prepare and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Storage System Management:
Overall control of logistics planning team. Responsible for ensuring production schedules are levelled and achievable and reliably match the supply of raw materials and components from external suppliers into the plant;
Responsible of daily warehouse performance like inbound quota, outbound quota, shipping quality and claims quota daily review and maintenance of KPIs,
Overall accountability for ensuring the SAP master data required for production and supplier schedules is fully accurate
Safety, Norms and Procedures Management:
Ensure compliance with laws and regulations regarding transportation, including hazardous materials
Advanced knowledge of the emergency and evacuation plan in the area of responsibility
Advanced knowledge, planning and performing of the safety inspection on lifts, hoists, lifting units, cranes and other specific means of transport of materials
Ensure that fleet vehicles are maintained and driven in accordance with relevant regulations, laws, and standards
Advanced knowledge and evaluation of maintenance interventions in terms of safety - evaluates whether the materials and equipment are in compliance with safety rules
Knowledge and evaluation of observing the norms regarding the waste treatment, storage and disposal and scraps in general.
Education and Experience:
This position requires:
Bachelors in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, or other related discipline.
Minimum 7 years of broad experience managing cycle count inventory and tracking status of back order, inventory turns and inventory aging. Preferably in a 24/7 manufacturing environment of Medical Devices, Life Sciences, and/or Pharmaceutical.
Minimum 3 years as a people leader or supervisory capacity. Preferably in a matrixed organization that required influencing without direct authority.
In-depth experience in supply chain operations, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and strategic sourcing.
Demonstrated expertise in managing teams, working cross-functionally with other departments, and driving cost savings initiatives and process improvements.
Budgetary experience required.
Preferred qualifications include:
Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing knowledge
Desired Master’s degree or certifications -like APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CIPAS
Project Leadership preferred.
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
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Primary Work LocationUSA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton CircleAdditional LocationsWork ShiftAt 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
$133,800.00 - $220,800.00 USD Annual