Sr. Manager Transportation Operations

BD•Franklin Lakes, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Scope Reporting to the Associate Director, North America Transportation Compliance, Freight Pay/Audit & Analytics, the Sr. Manager, Transportation Operations is responsible for driving financial performance across inbound and outbound transportation activities supporting Becton Dickinson's manufacturing, sterilization, supplier, and warehouse operations. This role provides strategic oversight of transportation financial results, including annual budget development, quarterly forecasting, and monthly variance analysis. The Sr. Manager partners closely with business operations to ensure cost performance aligns with expectations, identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to deliver BD Excellence Deployment and achieve cost savings targets while enhancing customer experience. The Sr. Manager also plays a key role in developing and executing “Cost to Win” strategies, assessing process changes, aligning stakeholders, and driving implementation to deliver measurable results. Managing North America finished goods transportation spend of approximately $275M, this role is critical in ensuring effective governance and cost control. Responsibilities include overseeing the carrier rate process, ensuring compliance with Delegation of Authority, and maintaining accurate rate agreements for transportation planning and Freight Audit. 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.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Integrated Supply Chain , with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Transportation Management, Planning/Inventory Management, Distribution Management, Analytics, Technical Systems, or Customer Management.
Proven track record to handle multiple priorities , establish clear targets and objectives, and deliver projects on time, including oversight of third-party providers through defined KPIs and performance metrics.
Strong understanding of enterprise systems such as SAP, JDE, BI, BY TMS, and other relational database sources to support metrics, dashboards, management reviews, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for North America Transportation Operations.
Advanced proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (Power BI, Excel, etc.) to design and maintain dashboards that drive operational insights and decision-making.
Demonstrated experience as a hands-on leader , with the ability to engage, influence, and advise stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaboration and alignment across complex projects.
Project Management Excellence : Strong ability to plan, complete, and deliver complex initiatives on time and within scope.
Communication & Influence : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels, functions, and cultures; operates with a strong sense of urgency.
Process Improvement Leadership : Proven track record of driving sustainable process improvements and operational efficiencies.
Matrix Navigation : Skilled at building relationships and driving initiatives within a highly matrixed organization.
Analytical & Technical Expertise : Advanced analytical skills and system proficiency; adept at leveraging data for decision-making.
Problem-Solving Methodologies : Formal training or experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar structured problem-solving approaches preferred.
Self-Directed Execution : Ability to work independently and deliver results within tight timelines.
Cross-Functional Awareness : Strong understanding of timing, dependencies, and trade-offs across multiple functional areas; capable of negotiating solutions based on business priorities.
Change Management & Facilitation : Demonstrated ability to lead change, facilitate discussions, and translate ambiguous business needs into actionable strategies.
Technical Proficiency : Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
Critical Thinking : Success in converting complex or unclear business requirements into clear strategies and development plans for teams and individuals.
Required: BS in Supply Chain, Industrial Management, Engineering, or Business (or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Advanced degree, M.S., MBA
Preferred; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, Project Management
Ability to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

Lead Strategic Initiatives : Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, high-impact supply chain programs and projects that bring value within the integrated supply chain, with a focus on North America.
Cost Optimization & Service Improvement : Identify, recommend, and lead initiatives aimed at reducing transportation costs and improving service levels across the network.
BD Excellence deployment: Drive deployment of BD Excellence approach, process and practices to sustain improvement, shape culture and grow empowerment.
Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as procurement, warehousing, and customer service to ensure seamless end-to-end supply chain operations.
Carrier Relationship Management : Support the management of third-party carrier relationships to ensure transportation needs are met in a cost-effective and service-oriented manner.
Financial Performance Management : Partner with assigned business units to handle annual freight budgets, including: Developing baseline spend data for budget creation. Performing quarterly budget refreshes based on actual performance and updated assumptions. Conducting meticulous monthly variance analysis and providing actionable insights to guide decision-making.
Performance Monitoring : Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and dashboards to monitor transportation operations and drive continuous improvement.
Strategy Development : Contribute to the North America transportation strategy for inbound and outbound operations, focusing on technology, systems, and analytics to meet internal and external customer needs.
Carrier Rate Governance : Oversee the carrier rate process, collaborating with Procurement to ensure contracts and rate agreements are properly driven, retained, and disseminated for Transportation Management System (TMS) planning and freight audit/pay processes.
Parcel Operations Oversight : Handle the North America parcel analysis function, including: Building and maintaining dashboards to monitor spend and activity. Serving as the subject matter expert on pricing agreements, service types, freight characteristics