Procurement Manager (f/m/d) BD Rowa (Full/Part Time)

In-Office, Multiple Locations

Job Description Summary

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.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means learning and working 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.

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.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate BD Leadership Standards and Values

• Lead strategic initiatives and take ownership to drive supplier projects in the most efficient & effective way

• Supplier relationship and contract management for assigned suppliers and development of multi-year value plans with preferred supply base

• Source and deploy preferred supply base to new product development programs and ensure adherence to approved category strategies

• Hands-on escalation support for critical supplier issues (delivery, cost, quality)

• Support implementation activities for category strategies including overall project management, stakeholder communication, reporting and procurement aspects of supply market research, business requirements analysis, opportunity assessment, supplier identification, supplier selection, risk mitigation, negotiation and contract execution

• Achieve total cost savings, cash and supply chain risk mitigation targets as defined in the business strategic plans and agreed with the Procurement and the BD Rowa business leadership

Preferred Requirements

• Strong project management skills including governance (planning & monitoring)

• Preferably minimum 3 years of (international) experience in a project management role

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English

• Advanced negotiation skills and understanding of supplier/component cost structures

• Strong story telling ability and presentation skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally and to engage with different skill teams

• Successful track record of strategic procurement initiatives with considerable business impact

• Preferably solid understanding of electro-mechanical category and respective market trends

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

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.

We are flexible! This position can be either full time or part time based on need and individual agreement.

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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