Job Description Summary

The Senior Buyer supports BD’s supply chain by managing both strategic and operational procurement activities to ensure consistent, cost‑effective, and compliant material availability. This role partners with Planning, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and external suppliers to drive performance, mitigate supply risk, and support business continuity within a regulated manufacturing environment.

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. 

Responsibilities

• Execute daily purchasing activities, including PO creation, confirmations, and expediting.

• Lead supplier negotiations, cost‑reduction initiatives, and contract discussions.

• Monitor supplier performance, track KPIs, and drive corrective actions when needed.

• Maintain strong alignment with Planning to meet production and inventory targets.

• Support supplier qualifications, change control activities, and engineering transitions.

• Maintain accurate material, pricing, and supplier data within SAP (MM/MRP).

• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve supply issues and ensure compliance with BD quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

• 3–5+ years of procurement or sourcing experience (regulated industry preferred).

• Proficiency with SAP (MM/MRP) and strong data/analytics skills.

• Demonstrated negotiation ability and supplier management experience.

• Effective communication and ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing.

• Understanding of ISO 13485, GMP, or FDA‑regulated supply chain requirements.

• APICS/ASCM or ISM certifications (CPIM, CSCP, CPSM).

Key Competencies

• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

• Ability to work independently and drive results.

• Continuous improvement mindset.

• Effective cross‑functional communication and collaboration.

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.

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 

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