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Job Description SummaryJob DescriptionSummary/Purpose of Position:The Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing and purchasing complex components, assemblies, finished goods, and services for manufacturing support. This role represents the procurement organization to the cross-functional platform team(s). They are accountable for maintaining compliance with company procedures and industry regulations. The ideal candidate for this position will be highly motivated to grow within the organization in the future, thrive on an environment of creativity and accountability, and be able to continuously improve service levels to all customers.This individual will be responsible for procurement personnel who are sourcing, tracking, and expediting orders to meet customer demands and production timelines. The Procurement Manager will help maintain current best practices and lead the development of new processes within the department and across the Vernon Hills, Wurmlingen, and Warwick Sites to find greater efficiencies and ways of working. This position will act as a procurement lead for both supplier-facing projects and internal materials/procurement related programs. The ideal candidate will drive key procurement related metrics such as eliminating supplier related backorders, identifying/executing opportunities for PPV, negotiating and implementing supply agreements, and modifying/right-sizing supply base.Essential Duties and Position Responsibilities :
Evaluating current and potential suppliers based on capabilities, costs, expertise, and other strategic factors
Sourcing complex/custom components and subassemblies for use in new and legacy medical device products
Act as supplier relationship owner in key strategic supply relationships
Identify, analyze, and drive major cost improvement projects at both the division and manufacturing plant levels
Represent materials/sourcing on corporate and platform level projects across BD Surgery
Collaborate with various department representatives including sales, marketing, new business development, finance, global procurement, and R&D
Lead cross functional teams on projects to generate formal RFP/RFQs, Make vs. Buy analyses, supplier changes, risk mitigation strategies, and manufacturing project support
Lead efforts to negotiate and implement strategic supply agreements, capital agreements, and development agreements where needed
Identify, scope, and lead cost improvement projects at division and other strategic facilities
Represent department as needed in Sarbanes-Oxley, FDA, internal, and ISO Audits
Support other critical business efforts as required
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required:
Bachelor’s degree in related field
MBA a plus
6-8+ years experience in Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, and/or Operations
Experience in Medical Device, Medical Supply, or Pharmaceutical Industry preferred
Experience managing a professional team preferred
Must possess leadership qualities as well as ability to influence stakeholders
Experience negotiating complex supply and development agreements required
Strong analytical and organizational skills
The ability to work effectively and to implement solutions on a strict timeline in a cross functional team environment
Must demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred (Pivot Tables, Macros, etc)
Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications
ERP/MRP system experience required
Regular travel to Vernon Hills, IL, Warwick, RI, and Wurmlingen, Germany will be necessary (50% travel)
Must be willing and able to travel between manufacturing facilities, division sites, and supplier sites as needed to achieve business unit and functional area goals
Primary Work LocationUSA RI - WarwickAdditional LocationsUSA IL - Vernon HillsWork ShiftBecton, 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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