Job Description Summary

Lead the implementation and coordination of the Integrated Business Planning process (IBP) for the Specimen Management Business Unit (BU). Partner with the Executive Process Champions and Process leaders to ensure the reviews are effective and that materials are on time and satisfactory to provide an updated outlook and make the necessary decisions. Provide holistic and unbiased counsel to the Specimen Management BU President across the end-to-end business value chain.

The Specimen Management Integrated Business Planning Process Leader monitors the quality of the output of the IBP various meetings and ensures that issues and imbalances which are identified during the monthly IBP cycle are cross functionally reviewed, resolved, or escalated with recommendations and alternatives for closure.

The Integrated Business Planning Process Leader is directly responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the BU’s Integrated Business Planning process and for its continuous improvement (tools and process).

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:

• Lead the implementation of IBP for the Specimen Management BU (both globally and where relevant also in the regions).

• Help drive organizational adoption and acceptance of the IBP process.

• Orchestrate the ongoing IBP process across all steps.

• Partner with Finance to ensure clarity of financials to support decision making.

• Support reoccurring assessment and ongoing IBP process improvement.

• As part of the IBP process be responsible for Global Specimen Management Inventory

• Lead, develop, maintain, and improve inventory optimization processes and procedures to achieve customer service and working capital goals for the global Specimen Management business unit.

• Lead Inventory Projection Process and Inventory Budget Process working collaboratively with Regions, Plants, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver an inventory projection and inventory budget.

• Drive Monthly E&O Reserve Process working with Cross Functional Partners to mitigate E&O and provide inventory disposition.

• Ensure personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

• Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or Operations required; Masters or MBA strongly preferred. 

• Minimum of 7 years Supply Chain and/or Operations experience required.

• Minimum of 3 years people management is required. 

• Previous integrated business planning (IBP) and inventory optimization experience required.

• Previous demand planning, forecasting, and sales planning experience required.

• Previous experience with ERP/APS systems required.  

• APICS certification or equivalent preferred.

• Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.

• Must have strong analytical, project management, problem solving, and consulting skills, with the ability to influence, work effectively, and implement solutions in a cross-functional, team environment.

• Must demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, change management, stakeholder management and presentation skills. 

• Experience with Lean Concepts and Six Sigma tools preferred.

• Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)

• 30% Travel is required.

Key Relationships:

Internal Relationships:

• Manufacturing Plants, Operations, Marketing/Sales, Finance/Accounting, Regulatory, Quality, Medical Affairs, Product Development, AME/Manufacturing Engineering, R&D/ innovation, Integrated Supply Chain Management, Platform VP/GMs, & Specimen Management Leadership Team

External Relationships:

• Suppliers and service providers as applicable.

Scope and Impact of Position

The person responsible for this position has significant impact on the success of Specimen Management’s overall sales plan, maximum customer satisfaction, and financial profitability.

• Support profitably meeting the Specimen Management annual business plan, both top line revenue and bottom line income.

• Manage the optimization of global Specimen Management inventory, ~$240mm.

• Drive inventory optimization processes and procedures.

• Responsible for ensuring personal & company compliance with all Federal, State, local, and company regulations, policies, & procedures for Health, Safety, & Environmental compliance.

• Responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all company guidelines and policies.

• Employee Hire and Termination Authority - Employee hiring requires second level approval.  Employee terminations require Human Resources concurrence and sign-off.

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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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

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