Job Description Summary

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.   

Program Overview  

The Supply Chain Development Program Internship enables successful candidates to establish a solid Supply Chain foundation. Supply Chain interns embark on a 10-12 week assignment within NASC (North American Supply Chain). Depending on whether the role is within a DC (Distribution Center) or in our Northern New Jersey office, summer projects can look different.  

In each of the projects interns are expected to drive positive business outcomes while also building an understanding of key processes, systems, and analytics 

This program also serves as the primary pipeline into the BD Supply Chain Development Program (SCDP). 

Primary Responsibilities  

• Work with Integrated Supply Chain leaders and managers to discover opportunities to improve overall supply chain operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.  

• Assist in the development and implementation of specific projects to achieve the identified improvement opportunities.  

• Provide supply chain performance visibility to leadership and enable continuous improvement through analytics, root cause investigation, and corrective actions. 

• Collect, check for accuracy, and analyze quantitative and qualitative Supply Chain performance data; prepare internal scorecards and reports; analyze performance trends; perform diagnostics to identify potential causes of performance deterioration or improvement; identify potential corrective actions and improvement opportunities  

• Prepare and present findings to Supply Chain Leadership; gain alignment on corrective action and /or continuous improvement activities.  

• Special project work as assigned  

Possible Internship Areas of Focus  

• Distribution Center Operations 

• Order Management 

• Transportation 

• Supply Chain Relations 

• Metrics & Analytics 

Qualifications  

Required  

• Undergraduate student (Junior or higher) pursuing a BS degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Operations Management  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools 

• General knowledge of supply chain management theory  

• Excellent communication and leadership skills  

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration  

Preferred 

• Prior internship/co-op experience  

• Basic ERP knowledge 

In order to qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time. 

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.   

You will learn and work 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. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.   

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 healt