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Global Product Manager, Lab Automation

BD, Sparks Corner, Maryland, United States

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About The Role In this role you will guide the innovative planning, development, and commercialization of our laboratory automation solutions. This role is crucial to driving growth and market leadership in diagnostic and life science sectors by providing groundbreaking automation technologies that improve efficiency and accuracy worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Define and complete the global product strategy and roadmap for assigned lab automation platforms.

Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, and cross‑functional teams to translate market requirements into detailed product specifications and drive successful new product introductions (NPIs).

Carry out comprehensive market research, customer segmentation, and competitive analysis to uncover opportunities and threats. Acquire and combine voice‑of‑customer (VOC) insights to support product development and portfolio decisions.

Build comprehensive arguments for new product initiatives, including financial projections, return on investment analysis, and risk assessments to secure investment and prioritization.

Build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with internal collaborators across R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, Sales, Marketing, and Service teams.

Represent BD as a subject matter expert in lab automation at industry conferences, customer meetings, and internal forums, articulating product value and strategic vision.

Observe product outcomes, market developments, and rival activities to discover opportunities for portfolio refinement, improvements, and rationalizations.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree

At least 5 years of progressive experience in product management

Demonstrated experience with laboratory automation, robotics, or complex instrumentation

Proven track record of successfully launching and managing global products

Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, diagnostic testing, or drug discovery processes

Proficiency in market analysis tools and financial modeling

Outstanding critical thinking and analytical capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing diverse audiences across all levels of an organization

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities

Results‑oriented with a strong business acumen and customer focus

Ability to travel globally up to 20% of the time, as required

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or advanced degree

Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or diagnostics industry

Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, CE‑IVD) for medical devices or diagnostics

Primary Work Location: USA MD – Sparks – 7 Loveton Circle

Employment type: Full‑time

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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