Director, Operations & End-to-End Value Stream Leader- Dispensing Platform

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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

As a key member of the Dispensing Integrated Supply Chain staff, the Director, Operations & End-to-End Value Stream Leader- Dispensing Platform will be responsible for driving the development and execution of supply chain and operations strategies, with a primary focus on delivery and cost. Performance objectives will be centered largely on enabling the Dispensing business to achieve and exceed revenue and growth goals and reacting when achievement of goals is at risk. The incumbent will provide the leadership and troubleshooting acumen necessary to identify optimal solutions to operational problems and work cross-functionally to coordinate timely and effective problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Has accountability of the ISC operating model in the platform and orchestration of the product value stream management; remains main point of accountability / escalation within ISC for the Dispensing VP GM

• Leads design and implementation of the product value stream to maximize customer value and deliver business objectives

• Partners with BU Supply Chain, Platform Business Team and Regional Commercial leaders to identify key customer needs, business requirements and go-to-market strategy for a specific product line
• New Product:
  • Works in close collaboration with Global ISC Strategy, GIE, BU Supply Chain and BU Procurement team to:

• • • Establish key performance objectives for the integrated product value stream to deliver on the identified customers’ needs and business requirements

• • • Model demand evolution over time

• • • Co-develop a fit for purpose end-to-end supply chain network architecture (source, make, deliver) with location of key suppliers, manufacturing plant(s) and distribution center(s)

• • • Co-develop on a make or buy solution, select the most appropriate manufacturing technology and level of automation; determine the distribution strategy and develop short-medium and long-term manufacturing capacity plan based on agreed level of surge capacity

• • • Recommend the replenishment model to the Platform Business Team and Regional Commercial leaders specifying the customer lead time and the required inventory strategy

• • • Support GIE to make sure design for manufacturing standards and best practices are implemented throughout the development process

• • • Remains accountable of the project milestones and achievement of the ISC objectives for new product launch

• • • Drives sustainability program and CO2 emissions per product line with the global sustainability and EHS team

• Current Product:

• • Works in close collaboration with Plants, BU Supply Chain, BU Procurement, Regional Supply Chain to drive BD Excellence end-to-end, assessing product value stream to identify flow breakers, opportunities to reduce lead time and improve end-to-end performance in terms of service, cash and cost

• • Partners with manufacturing plants and GIE to assess process and equipment needs for modernization as part of the manufacturing improvement Plants master plan

• • Co-develop with Global ISC Strategy, GIE, BU Supply Chain, Plants, Business platform and Regional commercial teams to drive rough cut and long-term manufacturing capacity planning

Key Stakeholder Landscape

• BU VP GM (and their LT): Aligns execution goals and strategy and be an escalation path

• BU VP ISC (and their LT): Sits on the BU ISC LT, to align on goals and be an escalation path

• BU Supply Chain / Platform: Collaborates to design and execute E2E supply chain strategies

• BU Procurement / Platform: Collaborates to design and execute Procurement strategies

• MFG Plant leaders: Collaborates to execute capacity planning

• GIE/ Global ISC Strategy: Enables regional teams to service and grow their markets and capture accurate demand signals

Minimum Requirements

Education

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

• MBA preferred

Experience

• 10-15 years of experience in medical devices or life sciences

• Demonstrated expertise in program, project, or operations management

• Financial acumen; Finance experience a plus

• Lean and/or Six Sigma experience preferred

• Work autonomously with little day-to-day oversight

• Travel up to two weeks in a typical month, three weeks in rare instances

• Engage with both senior company leaders and production associates

• Clearly articulate plans and priorities to a variety of audiences and make compelling arguments in support of them

• Professionally represent BD when interacting with external partners

• Understand and address a wide variety of production processes used within PI, how those processes deliver product requirements, and their associated risks

Key Skills and Competencies

• End-to-End Product Value Stream Management

• Manufacturing Operations Scenario Planning and Risk Management

• Strong Financial and Business Acumen

• Data-Driven Decision Making

• Change Management

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 CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Additional Locations

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Benefits may include:

Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.

Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.

Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.

Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.

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Salary Range Information

$202,700.00 - $324,200.00 USD Annual