Global Category Manager - Primary Packaging

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•San Diego, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of and Desirable MBA degree.
Experience in driving Quality Improvement, Strategic Sourcing, Risk reduction and Operational improvement programs.
10+ years primary packaging category experience.
10+ years global category management experience.
Demonstrates procurement excellence on Negotiations, Cost Management practices, Supplier driven value and continuous improvement
Experienced in handling Global teams (solid or dotted line resources) and thrives to build effective teams and foster open communication.
Strong program management skills for small-medium programs.
Experience in strategic sourcing process or category management with a history of successful implementation.
Strategic agility and business acumen
Able to execute supplier value management, supplier development and continuous improvement.
Able to efficiently implement change and innovation.
Working and influencing LT level within a matrixed organization.
Skilled at developing partnerships; building and maintaining strong working relationships.
A proven track record of Executing programs and collaborating with others to reach mutual outcomes.
Adept at leading and working in diverse and ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

Develop category strategies for assigned categories that align with corporate and functional objectives.
Lead programs and global initiatives, and partners with Procurement Managers and the Procurement Center of Excellence to select suppliers, drive negotiations, establish and supervise contracts.
Ensure that suppliers meet BD’s quality requirements and regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement effective cost management programs (Globally) to deliver year-on-year cost improvement.
Leading cross-functional teams in association with developing sourcing strategies, costs savings and other initiatives as required.
Investigate supply market and develop an understanding of general and specific market conditions that impact your category.
Convert data to insights and insights to actions.