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BD

Inventory Control and Master Data Specialist

Location:  Mebane, USA
Location flexibility:  4 office days / week – Based on location and role requirements.
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Job Description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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

Job Responsibilities:

  • Works integrally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Purchasing/Planning, Marketing and other functional groups, ensuring SAP data accuracy. Including but not limited to creation and retirement of materials, work cell routings, manufacturing calendars, BOM’s & Routes,
  • Leads efforts between Warehouse, Planning, Manufacturing & Quality to ensure optimal material workflow/transactional efficiency and inventory accuracy. Must have the ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and the ability to implement processes or procedures that ensure material flow efficiency.
  • Participates in change control, product changes and launch activities, interfacing with cross functional groups to ensure that materials are designed in accordance with SAP configuration standards.
  • Has complete understanding of Inventory Movements from receiving, through manufacturing and shipping, with the intent of becoming SAP Super User for training, process improvements and troubleshooting.
  • Responsible for meeting Inventory Accuracy Goals. This includes management of the cycle counting process, root cause investigations, and establishing processes for preventative and corrective actions. This also includes management of physical inventories as needed.
  • Serves as a conduit between Mebane DS Plant and the DS Business Process Team. Will not only support master data issues but also business legacy issues as they relate to manufactured product, inventory, costing, product disposition, packaging, and distribution. Also, responds to product and master data questions to regions and distribution centers.
  • May need to take role of project lead when working across functional groups to achieve business goals. Leading without authority, training, and communication of business process changes with the Plant functional groups will be essential.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Associates degree in supply chain, business, or related field. Degree may be negotiable with direct job experience in SAP Master Data, Production Planner, Warehouse Lead or other Operations/Supply Chain roles.
  • Minimum 1-2 years ERP & Shop Floor Systems, Supply Chain/Operations
  • Strong data entry and data management skills with high attention to details and accuracy
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of ERP functionality and inventory management
  • Proficient in use of computer software, specifically MS Office Programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point)
  • Solid analytical, planning, interpersonal, oral/written, and communication skills
  • Good team building skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of GMP and ISO requirements.
  • Demonstrate ability to thrive in a highly cross-functional team environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision or guidance
  • Direct SAP ECC or S/4 HANA experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain
  • Experience with APRISO/Flexnet Business Systems or other real time MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)
  • SAP conversion or integration experience
  • 3+ years SAP Master Data experience3+ years direct experience, Operations BOM/Routes & Supply Chain (Buyer, Production Planner, Inventory Planner)
  • Ownership of, or participation in cycle counting program
  • CPIM or CSCP certification
  • Exposure to FDA regulated environment
  • Exposure to Lean and/or Six Sigma

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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USA NC - Mebane

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Working at BD

4 office days / week – Based on location and role requirements.

A little flex time – Based on role requirements.

Company benefits

Health insurance
__ days annual leave + bank holidays
Accrued annual leave
Company shutdown periods
Optional unpaid leave
Reservist leave
Buy or sell annual leave
Compassionate leave
Dental coverage
Fertility benefits
Hertility subscription
Mental health pathway
On-site wellness services
Complimentary Medical Services
Eye Care Support
Fertility treatment leave
Men’s health support
Mental health platform access
Personalised nutrition plan
Wellbeing allowance
Women’s health support
Critical Illness Insurance
Family health insurance
Gym membership
Menopause support
Mental health first aiders
Mental health support
Private GP service
Wellbeing incentive programme
Mentoring
Coaching
Learning platform
Further education support
Study support
Professional subscriptions
Collaboration spaces
Bike parking
On-site wellness room
Secure on-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
On-site barista
Private booths
Sensory-Friendly Setup
Chill out zone
Ergonomic workstations
Meditation space
On-site catering
On-site gym
On-site shower
On-site workout classes
Adoption leave
Eldercare services
Shared parental leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Summer holiday childcare
Carer’s leave
Emergency leave
Pregnancy support
401K
Annual pay rises
Equity packages
Salary advance
Additional voluntary pension contribution
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Income protection
Life assurance
Salary sacrifice
Nursery salary sacrifice scheme
Annual bonus
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Life insurance
Referral bonus
Share options
Theme park discounts
Cinema discounts
Coffee discounts
Restaurant discounts
Travel insurance
Employee recognition scheme
Career and family coaching
Death in service
Employee discounts
Sabbaticals
Sports teams
Workplace loan
Charity donation scheme
Company wide holidays/offsites
Financial advice
Relocation packages
Teambuilding days
Volunteer days
Car allowance
Company car
Employee assistance programme
Financial coaching
In house training
Neonatal leave
Physiotherapy
Will writing
Modern office
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Tax-free childcare
Women’s health leave
Enhanced maternity leave
Women’s health leave
Non-contributory pension
Religious celebration leave
Bank holiday swaps
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60,000+

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