Procurement Specialist
Becton Dickinson NA

Job Description Summary
The procurement specialist will work with the organization to identify meaningful strategies and cost savings opportunities across various tasks and categories.

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.

BD Procurement Specialist

Excited to grow your career?

We value our talented employees and, whenever possible, strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position is proper for you, we encourage you to apply!

Main responsibilities will include:

• The Procurement Specialist's role is to enhance BD's procurement leadership base by recruiting entry-level associates who aspire to become procurement leaders. BD strives to develop and expose associates to multiple functions and business units while broadening their procurement experience.
• The program is structured to advance proficiency in procurement, leadership skills, and common competencies across a range of procurement roles, fostering growth and preparation for a career in procurement.
• The Associate will become experienced with core strategic sourcing and procurement processes through various assignments within Procurement teams and functional initiatives. Exposure to BD organizations, Direct and Indirect spend, and suppliers contributes to Associate's knowledge and capability-building
• Career foundation-building opportunities may include Analytics, Risk Management, Supplier Diversity, Responsible Sourcing, Operations, Category Strategy, and support of procurement activities.

Program Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a BS degree in Procurement/Purchasing or Business Logistics/Supply Chain or a related area
• A completed internship in Procurement or Supply Chain
• Strengths in analytics, Excel, PowerPoint (MS Office), and related skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, negotiation, and quantitative skills; intellectual curiosity, and a natural drive for results
• The desire to learn beyond the area of immediate academic focus
• Interest in a career in the pharmaceutical/medical technology industry
• Experience as an intern in the Medical/Pharmaceutical Company preferred
• Flexibility to relocate during the rotational program as required

To qualify for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

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.

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.

Primary Work Location
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

Work Shift
NA (United States of America)

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