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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.
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Opportunity: VP, BD Excellence, Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS)
Reports to: Eric Borin, WW President, MDS
Location: BD World HQ - Franklin Lakes, NJ preferred, open to remote as well
Travel: 50%
Overview:
Reporting to the WW President of MDS and serving as a leadership team member the VP, BD Excellence (BDX), Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) focuses on four main areas: 1) driving BD Excellence adoption and execution throughout the organization, with primary focus on commercial, innovation, and manufacturing tools. 2) Managing BD Excellence education to grow companywide adoption and acumen. 3) Managing continuous improvement process, with emphasis on visual management, problem solving, and kaizen. 4) Working with MDS and BD Excellence (BDX) leadership to develop frameworks and training programs to drive the adoption of BD Excellence (BDX) across the global MDS Organization.
BD at a glance
BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. BD helps customers enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety, and expand access to health care.
BD consists of three segments: BD Medical (Transforming medication preparation and administration and creating better medical outcomes), BD Interventional (Empowering healthcare workers to reduce the incidence of surgical complications, improve patient outcomes in chronic disease and lower the total cost of care), and BD Life Sciences (Investing in transformative solutions around smart, connected, end-to-end workflows and collection and diagnostics).
Key BD Facts (FY'24)
- $20.2B Revenue
- Three segments: Medical ($10.07B), Interventional ($4.98B), Life Sciences ($5.19B)
- 40B+ devices made annually
- 190+ countries served
- $1B+ annual R&D investment and five global enterprise R&D centers of excellence
Our values: We do what is right; We thrive on innovation and demand quality; We are accountable; We learn and improve every day; We help each other be great.
BD Medical Segment
Our product areas serve as a bellwether on where the future of healthcare is going. Today's top health trends are centered around the belief that care delivery should be simpler, safer, and more efficient - and we play a key role in addressing them. Across our three business units, our products are transforming medication preparation and administration, revolutionizing medication management through high-technology solutions and enabling the delivery of life-saving drugs to patients.
BD Medical represents the linchpin of BD's storied 125-year history. The BD that we know today began in 1897 with a single syringe - starting a meaningful legacy of ushering in technical innovations that continuously improved medication delivery and management.
BD Medical's three worldwide businesses:
Pharmaceutical Systems (PS): Enabling our customers' success with high quality and innovative drug delivery solutions that improve patient quality of life around the world.
Medication Management Solutions (MMS): Advancing medication management through automated, connected technologies across the full care continuum-aligning caregivers with patient needs and informing clinical care as patient conditions evolve.
Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS): Advancing medication delivery to improve the patient experience, better support healthcare workers and standardize processes across care settings.
- Four major platforms of MDS: Peripheral IV Catheters, Advanced Access Devices, Medication Delivery and Vascular Care Solutions, and Infusion Preparatory & Delivery
VP BD Excellence (BDX), Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS): Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve as a thought partner to MDS leaders, supporting the adoption and deployment of BD Excellence tools and mindset across departments and regions.
- Be a change champion in the development and deployment of BD Excellence as this is new to the organization
- Own the deployment of BD Excellence tools through Commercial, Innovation and Manufacturing/Operations
- Own Monthly MDS Business Operations review format and execution in collaboration with the President
- Be an expert (can teach and execute) in the BD Excellence fundamentals of VM/DM, Problem Solving, Kaizen and Funnel Management.
- Partner with Segment BD Excellence leadership to develop tools and trainings to expand the adoption of BD Excellence
- Drive BD Excellence education by providing broad coaching and trainings as well as eventually rolling out a certified practitioner program.
- Use bowlers, key performance indicators, and action plans to drive prioritization and rigor based on clear metric
- Support President in driving key initiatives through BD Excellence, including revenue growth, Gross Profit Improvement and Operational Profit.
- Develop and facilitate continuous improvement (Kaizen) events to achieve and sustain improvement results.
KSA Requirements (Knowledge, Skill, Abilities)
- Significant career experience in an organization where a business system is part of the culture and the core tools of visual management, problem solving, kaizen are embedded in all aspects of the business
- Excellent facilitation skills both in person and virtually. Ability to hold individual's attention, create excitement, and hold all team members responsible for outcomes
- Change champion. Ability to drive culture and change. BD Excellence is new to BD and MDS and this individual will need to drive the change management journey
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to gain followership and drive results
- Positive attitude and ability to work closely with entire leadership team to drive change, continuous improvement, and engagement throughout the organization
- The capacity to plan, organize, & complete projects on time. Excellent project management skills and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Ability to lead teams and drive change in a matrix organization
- Entrepreneurial mindset. Individual who can drive progress with limited oversite
- Action oriented individual who is highly proactive at solving problems and obtaining results.
- True love of continuous improvement, measuring results, and problem solving
- Team player who can work well across a global organization
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Engineering, or a related field, required.
Desired Skill / Experience
- MBA a plus
- Experience in a commercial (Sales, Marketing, Service) setting.
- Experience in Product Management or Marketing
- Experience in Manufacturing
- Certified practitioner in lean tools
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
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
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Primary Work Location
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
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