BD

Supply Chain Leader

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Location
Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
11/13/2024
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BD Vacutainer® in Plymouth, Devon, is looking for a Supply Chain Leader to join our team. In this role, you will lead a team of 7, overseeing material planning, indirect procurement, and plant maintenance stores. You will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to shape the strategic direction of the department, ensuring the achievement of key supply chain targets, including cost reduction, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role primarily requires onsite presence, but it also offers the flexibility of some home office options. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the potential to succeed the current Supply Chain Manager.

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!

Main Responsibilities Will Include

  • Lead all aspects of purchasing activities, including raw and indirect materials and Plant Maintenance stores.
  • Lead the implementation of the site MRO strategy, aiming to reduce vendor numbers and enhance supplier integration.
  • Collaborate with production operations to manage any warehouse or production changes impacting supply chain processes.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with corporate procedures, conducting regular audits and handling CAPA actions.
  • Provide quarterly Material Forecasts and update Finance on any price changes affecting Purchase Price Variance (PPV).
  • Act as the subject matter expert for departmental audits and supply chain-related issues.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead process improvement initiatives to maximise value for money.
  • Manage compliance with HMRC Inward Processing and support Finance with audit requests and customs data.

About You

  • Relevant professional qualifications such as MCIPS or equivalent are desirable.
  • Extensive experience in supply chain management within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to develop and manage multi-disciplined teams.
  • Proficiency in supplier and customer relationship management, with a focus on delivering measurable benefits.
  • Highly skilled in business analysis, process improvement, and organisational transformation.
  • Strong working knowledge of ERP (preferably SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

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.

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

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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

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GB-PLY Office Staff 0830-1630 (United Kingdom)
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