Project Manager, Value Chain Excellence

Job Description Summary

We’re seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives within the PIVC platform, and part of our Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) organization. This high-impact role is central to driving excellence in sustaining engineering, material changes, quality improvements, and cost optimization.
As a key leader, you’ll collaborate across functions, influence without authority, and deliver strategic outcomes that directly impact executive-level priorities. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our operations while gaining visibility across the organization as a Scrum Team leader.
This position will report to the Senior Manager, VCE, with a dotted line to the platform PMO leader.

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.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means learning and working 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.

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.

Become a maker of possible with us

Key Responsibilities
- Lead milestone-based program planning, including daily standups, risk management, and visual planning tools.
- Manage the full project lifecycle: initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close.
- Collaborate with functional leaders to track team workload and optimize resource efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards throughout product development.
- Drive timely, on-budget project execution using best-in-class project management practices.
- Facilitate effective governance through structured core team meetings and reviews.
- Identify and mitigate risks and issues in partnership with stakeholders.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Foster team alignment, morale, and commitment to shared goals.
- Manage program budgets and resource allocations across multiple initiatives.
- Deliver medium-scale, moderately complex projects focused on quality, sustainability, and cost reduction.
- Set clear objectives and performance metrics to drive accountability.
- Influence cross-functional and external partners without direct authority.
- Balance timelines, budgets, quality, and customer expectations to ensure successful outcomes.
- Use data to support decision-making in ambiguous or fast-changing environments.
- Demonstrate adaptability, time management, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- Act as a change agent, championing innovation and improvement.

Qualifications

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, or Engineering required.
- Graduate degree preferred.

Experience:

- 5-7 years of progressive experience in project management, manufacturing, or continuous improvement.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives in a matrixed organization.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to influence at all levels.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple initiatives across sites with mínimal supervision.
- Demonstrated analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Experience with all phases of the Design Control process and change management.
- Familiarity with manufacturing process validation (FAI/FAT, IQ/OQ/PQ).

Certifications (preferred):

- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.
- Six Sigma, Lean, or Agile certification.
- For many 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, weekly testing for COVID-19 may be available instead of vaccination. 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 empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our associates can fulfill their life’s purpose through the work that they do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate an