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Job Description

The BD Excellence Operations Director serves as the execution partner to the SVP, BD Excellence and leads the execution engine of the BD Excellence Office. The role translates the BD Excellence Office's strategy into measurable outcomes by driving governance, prioritization, operational planning, executive communications, and cross-functional execution. Through disciplined leadership and organizational alignment, the Director ensures that the BD Excellence Office strategic priorities are delivered with speed, rigor, and business impact.
This role has broad accountability across the BD Excellence Office operating model, including portfolio management, organizational effectiveness, resource alignment, performance management, and special projects. The Director establishes execution frameworks, monitors progress against commitments, identifies risks and dependencies, and drives timely decision-making to enable successful delivery of key initiatives.

In parallel, the Director operates as Chief of Staff to the SVP, BD Excellence, acting as a change leader, to integrate cross-functional priorities, foster continuous improvement, and embed a culture of excellence through training, certification, and best-practice adoption.
Operating as a central connector across senior leaders, functions, and teams, the Director fosters alignment on priorities, promotes transparency, and ensures the organization is positioned to achieve its transformation and performance objectives. The role directly manages the BD Excellence Deployment Coordinator and contractor resources supporting execution, data intelligence and analytics, and project delivery.

Success Profile

Success is demonstrated by:
Consistent execution of strategic priorities through effective governance and delivery disciplines.
Clear prioritization and resource allocation aligned to business objectives.
High-quality executive communications enabling informed decision-making.
Measurable improvements in organizational performance, transparency, and accountability.
Strong stakeholder engagement and alignment across the BD Excellence Office and broader enterprise.
Effective management and development of direct reports and contractor resources.
Successful delivery of critical initiatives, transformations, and special projects.
Sustained capability building and operational excellence across the function.
The most successful candidates excel in complex, matrixed, and globally connected organizations where influence, collaboration, and execution discipline are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the SVP, BD Excellence to convert strategic priorities into actionable operating plans and deliverables.
• Support the SVP, BD Excellence and the BD Excellence Office Leadership Team in driving key initiatives through BD Excellence.
• Lead the governance framework for the BD Excellence Office, including leadership reviews, operating cadences, and decision forums.
• Drive portfolio prioritization processes to ensure optimal focus, sequencing, and resource allocation across initiatives.
• Oversee organizational performance management through KPI tracking, scorecards, dashboards, and execution reviews.
• Develop executive communications, leadership presentations, business updates, and organizational messaging.
• Lead high-priority special projects and cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the SVP and leadership team.
• Identify execution risks, dependencies, and barriers, driving mitigation actions to maintain momentum.
• Manage the BD Excellence Deployment Coordinator and contractor workforce, ensuring effective deployment of resources and delivery of outcomes.
• Facilitate alignment among internal and external stakeholders to enable enterprise-wide collaboration and accountability.
• Continuously improve operating models, governance processes, and business management practices to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Skills and Competencies

• Execution Excellence: Drives disciplined delivery and organizational accountability.
• Functional Expertise: Deep understanding of strategy execution, governance, and business operations.
• Stakeholder Leadership: Builds credibility and trusted partnerships across levels and functions.
• Influence Without Authority: Aligns diverse stakeholders around priorities and actions.
• Operational Rigor: Establishes scalable processes, controls, and performance mechanisms.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses analytics and insights to guide prioritization and execution.
• Strategic Communication: Creates clear and compelling messages for executive audiences.
• Change Leadership: Leads organizations through transformation and continuous improvement.
• Resource Management: Optimizes talent, contractor support, and organizational capacity.

Education, Qualifications, and Experience

Education
Bachelor's degree required in Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
Advanced degree (MBA or related graduate degree) preferred.

Experience
Typically 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in strategy execution, business operations, transformation, program management, or related disciplines.
Experience working within highly matrixed global organizations.
Proven record leading enterprise initiatives and influencing senior executives.
Demonstrated success managing complex portfolios and delivering measurable business outcomes.

Qualifications
Expertise in governance, portfolio management, business planning, and organizational effectiveness.
Strong financial, operational, and business acumen.
Ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity, focus, and accountability.
Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including management of direct reports and contingent resources.

Additional Information

Position desired to be based in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.
Moderate domestic and occasional international travel may be required based on business needs. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, 75% if remote; 10% if located in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates' well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

Annual Bonus

Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage

Potential reimbursement of phone use

Health and Well-being Benefits

Medical coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Hospital Care Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Accidental Injury Insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Long-term disability insurance

Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

Anxiety management program

Wellness incentives

Sleep improvement program

Diabetes management program

Virtual physical therapy

Emotional/mental health support programs

Weight management programs

Gastrointestinal health program

Substance use management program

Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

BD 401(k) Plan

BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan

529 College Savings Plan

Financial counseling

Baxter Credit Union (BCU)

Daily Pay

College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves

Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement

MetLife Legal Plan

Group auto and home insurance

Pet insurance

Commuter benefits

Discounts on products and services

Academic Achievement Scholarship

Service Recognition Awards

Employer matching donation

Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

Adoptionassistance

Backup day care and eldercare

Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers

Caregivingassistancefor elderly and special needs individuals

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Parental Leave

Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

Bereavement leaves

Military leave

Personal leave

Family and Medical Leave (FML)

Jury and Witness Duty Leave

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

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

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.

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