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BD Nogales Norte . This is a senior level position. This person oversees all materials that support the manufacturing schedule and accomplish inventory goals and other key performance indicators. He or She facilitates procurement forums towards securing the flow of components to the manufacturing areas to assure high Customer Service and OTIF metrics. The senior buyer performs all functions needed to ensure the lowest total cost of purchased materials, drives continuous improvement with assigned suppliers and supports the success of the manufacturing site to provide a dependable supply chain of material and services. The senior buyer owns the responsibility and accountability of the Supplier’s performance in meeting the demands of the manufacturing site. 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. Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of procurement processes, standard work, and tools. Establish the necessary routines with suppliers to manage quality, delivery, pricing, lead-time, and other performance criteria in support of the business. Develop supplier relationships to leverage the relationship when necessary to resolve issues. Identify shortage root causes and provide solutions to eliminate recurrence. Leads and develops work processes that integrate production requirements into materials plans. Coordinate and publish reports as follow: Inventory Levels and Forecasts; PPV (Purchase Price Variance) Actuals and Forecast; Supplier Scorecards; Cost to Win or other Cost Improvement Projects. Assures SAP has accurate delivery dates based on Supplier’s Works toward the resolution of any accounts payable, GR/IR, raw material quality issue, receiving discrepancies and shipping problems that may arise in their areas of responsibility. Lead internal and external Procurement audits Drive improvement for supplier performance metrics, specifically Supplier OTIF Investigates and recommends implementation of appropriate advanced materials strategies such as Point of Use, Kanban, VMI, etc. Interface with Category Management to drive cost reductions, supplier consolidations, etc. Develop, implement and sustain strategic projects to support the success of the manufacturing site. Assures master data in ERP and/or ordering systems is always accurate. Provide coaching to less experienced Procurement team members Generates Engineering Change Requests and establishes effective dates. Complies with ISO, FDA, BD policies and procedure requirements related to purchasing requirements and control. Promotes a safe work environment. Provides recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Follow safety procedures. Performs other related duties and assignments as required. Knowledge and Skills
Advanced SAP or other ERP system planning knowledge is desired Strong cross-functional relationship development and ability to influence Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Excel, and Word Excellent written and oral communications skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills. Strong understanding of supply chain concepts, financial acumen, and product knowledge Demonstrates initiative and lateral thinking to problems solve Must have a sense of urgency. Strong decision-making and communication skills ISM and/or APICS Certification desired. Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish) Willing to travel to US mainland and offshore upon request Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Materials Management, or related field A minimum of five years of experience in Supply Chain Planning and/or Materials Management in a manufacturing environment. 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 four 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. 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, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.
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Sr. Buyer
role at
BD Nogales Norte . This is a senior level position. This person oversees all materials that support the manufacturing schedule and accomplish inventory goals and other key performance indicators. He or She facilitates procurement forums towards securing the flow of components to the manufacturing areas to assure high Customer Service and OTIF metrics. The senior buyer performs all functions needed to ensure the lowest total cost of purchased materials, drives continuous improvement with assigned suppliers and supports the success of the manufacturing site to provide a dependable supply chain of material and services. The senior buyer owns the responsibility and accountability of the Supplier’s performance in meeting the demands of the manufacturing site. 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. Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of procurement processes, standard work, and tools. Establish the necessary routines with suppliers to manage quality, delivery, pricing, lead-time, and other performance criteria in support of the business. Develop supplier relationships to leverage the relationship when necessary to resolve issues. Identify shortage root causes and provide solutions to eliminate recurrence. Leads and develops work processes that integrate production requirements into materials plans. Coordinate and publish reports as follow: Inventory Levels and Forecasts; PPV (Purchase Price Variance) Actuals and Forecast; Supplier Scorecards; Cost to Win or other Cost Improvement Projects. Assures SAP has accurate delivery dates based on Supplier’s Works toward the resolution of any accounts payable, GR/IR, raw material quality issue, receiving discrepancies and shipping problems that may arise in their areas of responsibility. Lead internal and external Procurement audits Drive improvement for supplier performance metrics, specifically Supplier OTIF Investigates and recommends implementation of appropriate advanced materials strategies such as Point of Use, Kanban, VMI, etc. Interface with Category Management to drive cost reductions, supplier consolidations, etc. Develop, implement and sustain strategic projects to support the success of the manufacturing site. Assures master data in ERP and/or ordering systems is always accurate. Provide coaching to less experienced Procurement team members Generates Engineering Change Requests and establishes effective dates. Complies with ISO, FDA, BD policies and procedure requirements related to purchasing requirements and control. Promotes a safe work environment. Provides recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Follow safety procedures. Performs other related duties and assignments as required. Knowledge and Skills
Advanced SAP or other ERP system planning knowledge is desired Strong cross-functional relationship development and ability to influence Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Excel, and Word Excellent written and oral communications skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills. Strong understanding of supply chain concepts, financial acumen, and product knowledge Demonstrates initiative and lateral thinking to problems solve Must have a sense of urgency. Strong decision-making and communication skills ISM and/or APICS Certification desired. Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish) Willing to travel to US mainland and offshore upon request Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Materials Management, or related field A minimum of five years of experience in Supply Chain Planning and/or Materials Management in a manufacturing environment. 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 four 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. 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, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.
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