Purchasing Manager, Operations

Job Description Summary
As a Procurement Manager at BD, one of the world\’s leading global medical technology companies, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the company\’s mission of transforming the future of health. Within the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) team, you\’ll lead procurement strategies that ensure materials and services are sourced cost-effectively and efficiently, while managing supplier relationships, mitigating risk, and driving operational excellence. As a senior member of the Operations Team, your efforts will directly impact the company\’s growth, competitiveness, and ability to consistently deliver on customer expectations. This role offers the opportunity to manage contract manufacturers, lead complex projects, optimize inventory management, and contribute to cross-functional integration efforts for new and transferred business lines.

This position is ideal for a driven and strategic professional with a bachelor\’s degree in supply chain management or a related field, along with a minimum of five years of procurement experience-preferably within the MedTech or pharmaceutical sectors.

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!

Our vision for Medication Management Solutions at BD

With our technical capabilities, the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) team are able to manage multiple systems and our operational capabilities enable us to have medications available when and where needed, reducing inefficiency and waste for nursing and pharmacy teams.

About the role

The Procurement Manager plays a crucial role in managing a company\’s purchasing activities, focusing on developing cost-effective procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the efficient procurement of materials and services. As a senior member of the Operations Team, this role is dedicated to enhancing the company\’s competitiveness and ensuring growth and delivering to customer expectations in key platforms.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Developing Procurement Strategies: Create cost-effective strategies for purchasing materials and services.
• Supplier/Stakeholder Management: Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers, scout for new vendors, and manage the purchasing interface with contract manufacturers and 2nd Tier suppliers.
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis, set benchmarks for improvement, and drive procurement/purchasing-based cost reduction to meet or exceed platform goals.
• Risk Management: Develop procedures to mitigate losses in case of product shortages or line stops and manage supply chain risk.
• Contract Manufacturer Management: Manage Contract Manufacturer purchasing activities based on agreed T&Cs.
• Project Management: Ensure procurement deliverables are met, manage project spend, and lead project reviews and report-outs to senior leadership.
• Integration Management: For new and transfer business, manage the set-up of the supply chain with any inventory transfer, driving the execution of the plan to timescales.
• Inventory Management: Ensure adequate buffer and safety stock arrangements to optimise the ability to service un-forecasted customer demand. Manage and mitigate excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory and Inventory Carrying Costs.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse data and produce reports on spending and savings.

About you

• A bachelor\’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional procurement experience (strategic sourcing), ideally in the Pharmaceutical or Medtech sector. Experience preferred in an operational/manufacturing environment
• Professional certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (MCIPS) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• Contract Administration and Management
• Commercial Contracting and Negotiation
• Managing Supply Chain Risk
• Inventory Management
• Supplier Management
• Knowledge and understanding of production processes
• IT Literate (MS Office)
• Good Knowledge of SAP

Compensation range for the role: £75.000 to £85.000

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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.
To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers

Required Skills
Operational Delivery, Operational Integration, Procurement, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Optional Skills
Project Management, Risk Management

Primary Work Location
GBR Winnersh – Eskdale Road

Additional Locations

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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates\’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed.

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information
£57,400.00 – £97,600.00 GBP Annual #J-18808-Ljbffr