Job Description Summary

This professional will drive the development, assessment, recommendations, and implementation of continuous improvement/reengineering initiatives to simplify processes, eliminate waste, reduce operational risks, and achieve YOY cost efficiencies (Cost to Win). Additionally, this role is accountable for the development of a customer-focused CI framework, toolkit, and language to be deployed (based on LEAN, Six Sigma, and Business Process Modeling and Simulation methods). This includes the development of a common approach, vocabulary, and practices. This associate will drive these process improvement initiatives on the distribution floor as well as process changes that might be external to the Distribution center.
This role is within the BD Technology & Global Services organization. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement and CAPEX.

Job Description

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 maker of possible with us.

Responsibilities:

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

• Builds and deploys Slotting strategies for the Line balance of the GDC and establishes a cadence for review and updates.

• Partners with operations CI leader to develop a comprehensive CI framework and toolkit that aligns with BD’s customer experience strategy

• Maintains and evolves the CI framework and toolkit as necessary to drive operational excellence.

• Develops roles and responsibilities regarding process simplification, modeling, simulation and automation.

• Defines and designs process automation components for re-use across the Distribution Center

• Plans, supports and provides CI methodology training to associates including leading Kaizen and 4SPS events to improve efficiency.

• Drives process documentation & tool standards to facilitate data mining, analysis, modeling and simulation; makes connections to various supporting technology roadmaps.

• Identifies and works to remove barriers that slow or prevent the successful implementation and adoption of process simplification initiatives.

• Builds capability and drives a team to conduct deep process analysis and assessment to identify a continuous backlog of opportunities across business units, regions, and functions; oversees staff of CI practitioners deployed in the global Service Delivery Centers

• Demonstrates management courage to articulate risks and challenges of initiatives to executive management

• Engages business units, regions, and functions through TGS business partners and maintains accountability for CI program delivery.

• Leverages TGS business partners Identify and drive global execution of performance and process improvements to realize YOY process simplification improvement targets

• Tracks the global CI program portfolio and implement any BDPS – BD production system initiatives

• Must be able to work a flexible shift and weekends as business requirements dictate.

• Responsible for following and monitoring/correcting associates in Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in the SOP and work instructions.

• Must ensure safety first environment and be able to work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.

• Leverages TGS business partners Identify and drive execution of performance and process improvements to realize YOY process simplification improvement targets

• Tracks the global CI program portfolio and implement any BDPS – BD production system initiatives

• Own and drive Tiered Management Initiatives at the DC

• Partners with operating units (BU, region, function) to define relevant process KPIs (including ownership of KPIs and variables that serve as KPI inputs)

• Regular and reliable attendance at work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree level qualification; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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

Becton, 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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Primary Work Location

USA GA - Covington Global Dist Center

Additional Locations

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