Sr. Director, US Manufacturing - SM
In-Office, Multiple Locations
- Job ID
- R-555683
- Category
- Operations
- Location
- Multiple Locations
Build a manufacturing career grounded in teamwork and real-world impact
At BD, Manufacturing professionals produce the medical technologies patients and clinicians rely on every day. You'll work hands-on with advanced equipment, follow rigorous quality and safety standards and play a direct role in delivering reliable supply chains for healthcare systems around the world.
Whether you're an experienced operator or building your technical skillset, BD offers a supportive environment, clear expectations and opportunities to grow – all within a company committed to doing work that matters. And as one of the largest global medical technology companies, you'll contribute to manufacturing at a scale that strengthens healthcare systems worldwide, advancing care where it's needed most.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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
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 makerof possible with us.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Sr. Director, US Manufacturing – SM role will have overall responsibility for leading and directing all manufacturing sites under BD Specimen Management (SM) business in the US. This Senior Leader will be responsible for plant SQDC performance, cost improvement, customer service performance, inventory management, and the building of future talent. Additionally, in collaboration with global functions, this role has the responsibility for long-range capacity planning and long-term strategies for optimization of manufacturing operations. This role is accountable to deploy global Integrated Supply Chain strategies and to provide oversight and leadership to 2 US sites including Broken Bow, NE and Sumter, SC.
This role will also have significant interface with manufacturing sites outside of their direct responsibility requiring significant collaboration with peers in broader MDS/BD Medical Essentials/BDX.
This role will report directly to the VP ISC, MDS and participate on the SM ISC Extended Leadership Team.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy & Performance:
- Translates BU/Platforms strategy into a global Integrated Supply Chain strategy.
- Fosters continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturing best practices.
- Drives a growth mindset and lean thinking/manufacturing concepts through all manufacturing and administrative functions with a focus on improving end-to-end value streams.
- Commits to, champions, and models the BD Excellence program across the manufacturing network.
- Drives targeted performance in the Integrated Supply Chain end-to-end.
- Works collaboratively with Manufacturing Leaders and Teams to develop, implement, and leverage creative solutions to solve business needs within the manufacturing network.
- Ensures with support of global functions a capex strategy is in place to deliver on long term BU growth plans.
- Consistently evaluates network optimization and overall architecture development including the sterilization and logistics network.
- Matures and executes Digital Roadmap through selective technology strategy and investment plan to achieve Cost, Cash and Services targets enabling growth for the business.
- Facilitates learning, knowledge sharing, and benchmarking across plants to identify deficiencies and excellence in plant operational and business effectiveness.
- Supports the ISC NPD strategy including (but not limited to) fit for manufacturing, network architecture, capability requirements and supplier selection.
- Ensures compliance of manufacturing facilities and divisional locations to Quality/Safety/Regulatory/EEOC/Environmental Regulations/ESG goals.
- Has ownership and responsibility of inventory objectives and accomplishment of service level goals.
- Manages Finished Goods Product planning activities against divisional objectives.
Organizational & Planning:
- Partners with Business leaders to ensure effective execution of the S&OP and long-term planning processes.
- Integrates functional approaches across the E2E Value Stream.
- Manages large complex matrixed organizations and builds partnerships with BU, IQSC functional/regional peers to define and execute ISC strategy in response to market and technology changes, & the business transformation
- Develops, communicates, and executes ISC strategic priorities, including inventory reduction and optimization, across organization, ensuring alignment to goals.
- Drives the Agile Supply Chain.
People Leadership & Culture:
- Develops pipeline of talent throughout the manufacturing locations in partnership with plant leadership and Human Resources.
- Provides leadership and has full accountability for end-to-end ISC performance, including day-to-day oversight of manufacturing operations, ensuring short- and long-term goals are met, and capability building.
- Provides ongoing feedback regarding performance against objectives.
- Leads organization’s strategy to achieve “Global Employer of Choice”, including ensuring execution of The Good Jobs Strategy, robust talent pool, succession plans and ongoing associate development.
- Drives high engagement: Acts as a Servant Leader by leading through a people-first mentality, empowering teams, and removing obstacles impeding our collective success, and fosters an inclusive and a speak up culture that values diverse perspectives and makes us stronger together.
- Exemplifies the Health, Safety, & Well-Being Culture at all levels of the organization, ensuring that all associates have safe equipment/processes and environments free of hazards.
- Inspires and empowers a Quality Culture as the foundation of patient and customer trust in everything we do.
- Acts as a role model in adopting a growth mindset by learning and improving every day and creating a culture that prioritizes learning and helping each other be great.
Network & Representation
- Effectively networks across the BDX Business/Region/Central teams to build trust and influence as well as leverage expertise to drive results.
- Participates, as necessary, in due diligence activities for acquisitions of companies, product lines and new technology.
- Key member of the SM ISC Extended Leadership Team.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Minimum BS\BA required; Engineering concentration preferred.
- MBA preferred.
- Fifteen (15) years direct experience in operations leadership, including developing and executing operations strategies.
- Plant Management experience required. Experience leading multiple facilities required.
- Demonstrated ability to drive transformational change, including improvement in high-speed lines and manual operations.
- Independent and autonomous in driving global Supply Chain priorities.
- Hands on experience in supply planning, SIOP/IBP, ERP, MRP and advanced analytics.
- Demonstrates strong results orientation.
- Proven track-record of implementing change, driving cost improvements, and increasing efficiencies.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to optimally network and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
- Strong experience in a Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environment.
Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge, and Mindset:
- Clear examples of transformation, specifically around change management and network redesign.
- Ability to demonstrate a track record of going beyond roles that are primarily sustaining in nature.
- Experience in discrete medical device manufacturing preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communications with an ability to engage and mobilize individuals, teams, and the broader organization.
- Proven track-record of building strong teams and a talent pipeline.
- Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring.
- Proven track-record of building a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Collaborative mindset, appetite for curiosity, and embraces challenge.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working in more than one country and/or leading global teams.
Work Environment:
- In-office (4 days per week in a BD office, when not traveling) or Remote - depending upon hire's location.
- Heavy US travel required to various BD manufacturing sites and BD's HQ in Franklin Lakes, NJ.
- Relocation assistance may be provided, where applicable.
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.
You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.
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
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 visit https://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
USA NJ - Franklin LakesAdditional Locations
USA SC - SumterWork Shift
At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Salary Range Information
$220,700.00 - $353,100.00 USD AnnualSuccess Profile
What sets successful Manufacturing professionals apart? You're likely to thrive in BD Manufacturing if you are:
- Team player
- Detail-oriented
- Problem-solver
- Results-driven
- Self-starter
- Trustworthy
Ready to be part of something bigger?
This is an environment for individuals who value consistency, teamwork and quality. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, structured training and clear processes – while contributing to products that improve patient care at scale. See how a 34-year BD veteran brings to life the pride, purpose and possibility found in a manufacturing career that truly makes an impact.
Hear from Our Associates
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"The stories I hear about how our BD products are impacting people's lives is what gets me excited about my role. It gives me self-gratification knowing each day that we are shipping out items so we can help those whose lives are at risk."
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"My confidence in our products not only comes from my own experience being directly involved with the product assembly process and working with well-trained and caring associates, but also knowing that there are robust procedures and good teams in place to safeguard every process and its quality, every step of the way."
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"The culture at BD is very connected, supportive and the people have a lot of pride – and it shows in the work everyone does."
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"The management team and I actively sought various internal and external training resources and channels, established a comprehensive talent training system, and provided associates with personalized training and development plans. I'm proud that most of the management team members come from internal promotions."
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