Lean Continuous Improvement Manager

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.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Leads and/or coordinates cross-functional project/program teams from design to delivery of fully developed products that are ready for customer use.
• Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.
• Investigates facts and develops solutions to problems during the design and planning phases.
• Provides status updates to functional leaders.
• May be responsible for feasibility studies and field trials management.
• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors.
• May manage business support, technical or production staff.
• Has in-depth expertise in own job family and knowledge of related job families.
• Has accountability for managing financial resources.
• Applies expertise to improve effectiveness and provide technical guidance to employees in own area.
• Develops processes and procedures to implement functional strategies.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred; or Associate degree and 15 years of equivalent experience, required. Graduate degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience within distribution, transportation, and customs compliance.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct P/L experience
• Minimum of 10 years in general managerial equivalent roles
• Distribution warehousing experience in a regulated environment.
• Distribution, inventory, and lifecycle management required.
• Experience in ERP integration and implementation
• Six Sigma preferred.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Project management skills, rather than technical skills, are key, but a strong technical background is often required to manage competing interests.
• Project is typically focused on the delivery of new or enhanced products to improvement of customer satisfaction through the use of technology.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes of computerized business and operating systems.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Knowledge and understanding of integrated program planning, development, and administration within a public institution environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong ability to facilitate and prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines; able to balance short-term, urgent needs with long-term strategic initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, people management, communication and influencing skills at a senior level.
• Strong business acuity with solid knowledge of finance, supply chain distribution and employee management.
• Diligent and proactive results-driven personality.
• Ability to coordinate, plan, manage, delegate, and oversee many aspects of the inventory function for optimum productivity achievement.
• Excellent reconciliation, problem resolution and conflict management skills.
• Must have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, including the capability to work across multiple functions.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable state and local laws. While performing this job, the associate is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, hearing, long episodes of sitting, frequent use of hands and fingers, or typing which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, or fingers.

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.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA IN - Plainfield

Additional Locations

Work Shift

PR 800am-500pm M-F (United States of America)