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VP, Europe (APM)

In-Office, Eysins, Canton of Vaud

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Job ID
R-548476
Category
General Management Group
Location
Eysins, Switzerland

Lead the work that keeps us moving

At BD, Corporate professionals power the systems, decisions and capabilities that enable our global business to perform and grow. You'll partner across functions, regions and leadership levels to solve complex challenges, drive operational excellence and support the teams closest to customers and healthcare providers.

Across our corporate functions, BD offers opportunities which allow you to deliver results that matter, take ownership of your impact, and grow your career in an organization built for long-term success. As one of the largest global medical technology companies, BD offers the scale, reach and innovation footprint to help you make an impact across healthcare systems worldwide.

Without you, advancing the world of health™ wouldn't be possible.

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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.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Vice President, Europe – Advanced Patient Monitoring (APM) is responsible for full strategic, commercial, and operational leadership of the APM business across the European region. This executive directs a comprehensive, multi-level, cross-functional organization including sales, marketing, professional education, pricing, business intelligence, and strategy.

This role owns regional P&L performance, drives interpersonal development and transformation, and ensures alignment with global corporate and international strategies. The VP serves as the senior-most regional representative with external partners and is accountable for governance, regulatory compliance, and advancing market adoption of APM solutions across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Commercial Leadership

  • Develop and implement the European strategy across sales, marketing, professional education, pricing, and business intelligence

  • Align regional business plans with corporate and international APM strategy

  • Partner closely with Market Access and Government Affairs to deliver strategic recommendations and influence executive decision-making

  • Provide clear and effective executive-level communication across functions

P&L Ownership & Operational Excellence

  • Maintain full ownership of regional P&L, including revenue growth, profitability, and financial forecasting

  • Lead all regional financial activities and ensure principled operational execution

  • Optimize regional processes by identifying needs and leading implementation of scalable solutions

  • Lead all aspects of and approve critical enterprise-level initiatives and regional projects

Leadership & Transformation

  • Evaluate current interpersonal structures, business models, and priorities across Europe

  • Build and implement an optimized regional operating model to support growth

  • Lead and implement large-scale transformation initiatives across countries

Talent & Leadership Development

  • Develop and implement a robust talent strategy, including succession planning aligned with regional growth objectives

  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to multi-level leadership teams

  • Partner with HR across all aspects of employee relations, including hiring, development, and performance management

External Engagement & Market Development

  • Build and sustain relationships with customers, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), medical societies, and government agencies

  • Drive awareness, adoption, and value positioning of APM solutions

  • Serve as the primary regional representative to regulatory authorities and national professional organizations

Governance, Compliance & Culture

  • Serve as a steward of APM culture, values, and ethical business practices across Europe

  • Ensure compliance with all local regulatory, legal, and corporate requirements

  • Maintain direct accountability for governance, risk management, and compliance

Qualifications & Experience

Required Experience

  • Proven leadership experience in a multi-country, multicultural, matrixed business environment

  • Demonstrated success with full P&L ownership for a large region

  • Extensive experience in healthcare, medical devices, or related industries

  • Deep understanding of commercial operations, marketing, and strategy execution

  • Proficiency in English required; additional European languages preferred

Leadership Competencies

  • Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with excellent judgment

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing capabilities at executive levels

  • Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, sophisticated, and multifaceted environments

  • High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability

  • Proven track record to drive alignment and performance across global, regional, and cross-functional teams

Functional & Technical Expertise

  • Expert knowledge of marketing, strategy, and commercial operations

  • Deep understanding of healthcare systems, processes, and customers.

  • Sophisticated financial savvy, including expertise in full P&L management

  • Strong capability to develop and implement performance metrics demonstrating business impact

  • Experience leading large cross-functional teams and enterprise initiatives

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce)

Collaboration & Influence

  • Serves as a key partner to senior leaders across business units, functions, and geographies

  • Builds strong peer and cross-functional relationships to enable standard process sharing

  • Influences high-stakes decisions and policy direction through executive-level engagement

  • Proactively advances and resolves sophisticated business challenges

Operating Model & Decision Making

  • Works independently with minimal oversight

  • Evaluates multiple strategic options and determines efficient course of action

  • Applies expertise to guide decisions aligned with business objectives and risk considerations

  • Maintains a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

Impact of the Role

This role is critical in driving growth, innovation, and market leadership of Advanced Patient Monitoring across Europe—advancing patient outcomes while delivering sustained financial performance and strengthening the company’s presence across the region.

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

CHE Eysins - Business Park Terre-Bonne

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  • Self-Starter

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  • "BD attracts people who are genuinely aligned with our BD values. I honestly see this every day in the people I work with, delivering results that matter. Our culture at BD is supportive and collaborative, reflecting my personal values."

  • "My professional growth has been supported in many ways - from offering opportunities to earn certifications to enabling role changes that helped me develop. Sometimes, this meant a complete shift in responsibilities, allowing me to gain new knowledge and explore a different career path."

  • "In finance, we are not at the front lines with patients or customers. However, we gain a profound understanding of how financial insights can help drive impactful strategies. These strategies, in turn, positively affect healthcare and, ultimately, help people to live a healthy life. It's a rewarding feeling to know you are part of that."

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Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Retirement Plans

  • Healthcare Coverage

  • Paid Time Off

  • Parental Leave

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Professional Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

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