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As a Finance Manager, you will lead the Finance Analytics and Insights function within the BD Excellence Acceleration Office Team. You will be responsible for bridging finance and technical aspects, focusing on initiatives across functions, leveraging data, analytics, and technology to optimize processes, enhance performance, and create value. You will also partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic initiatives that support the supply chain vision and goals. You will report to the Senior Finance Director - Finance Analytics and Insights and have a direct impact on improving profit margin and cash flows of the company.

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.

Operational responsibilities

Manage and coordinate multiple key tasks related to the support of developing analytics and insights capabilities:

• Leverage analytics and insights to: (1) drive operational performance and (2) identify and lead continuous process improvement initiatives.

• Support evaluate and select ideas based on feasibility, potential impact, and alignment with business goals.

• Lead Concept Development process, including prototyping and business models, and advise on plans for implementation.

• Act as a change leader by challenging the status-quo, identifying, and embracing transformational, company-wide initiatives.

• Function as a key interface between Integrated Supply Chain, Regional, and Business Units, facilitating visibility and the adoption of best practices.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive finance strategies and operational objectives are met.

• Contribute to Forums (or Communities of Practice), sharing knowledge and promoting collaborative problem-solving.

• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and execute strategic initiatives that enhance the supply chain performance, efficiency, and profitability.

• Leads change management, knowledge building/retention, and talent development

• Lead business analysis activities and support the function and top management to deliver insightful solutions to help achieve business goals

• Act as a guide and support stakeholders from the global Finance organization with added value actionable insights

• Work with and align to Global Finance, TGS, and Data Science teams to understand company strategy on data science, standardization, and technology platforms

• Lead the development of defined key reports for the different stakeholders for the Global Finance organization

• Evangelize self-service BI and visual discovery

• while helping to change Excel based culture

• Lead the work on continuous improvement and automation of developed solutions based on stakeholder feedback

• Explore state-of-the art capabilities such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and other data analytics tools and help with introduction to day-to-day usage and achieve better outcomes

Metrics/Analytics

• Meet timeliness and accuracy of assigned development tasks, and objectives

• Report and follow-up on any gaps with corrective and preventive actions leveraging efficient analytics

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Computer Science/Engineering preferred. Equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

Experiences

• Should have at least 5 years (or more) of relevant business experience in either logistics, customer service, supply chain or procurement operations

• Proven track record of leading and delivering innovation and transformation projects across the Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain or other complex business functions.

• Advanced experience with developing Power BI reports

• Fluent in relational database concepts

• Basic knowledge of Python, R, DAX, SQL

• Basic knowledge of supply chain and logistics processes is key

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Access, Excel, Macros and VBA

• Experience with ERP systems is a plus – SAP, SCM

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Change management and Continuous Improvement using tools such as DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, etc.

• Influencing without authority

• Team player who is also able to operate independently and without close supervision

• Logical thinking aligned with report automation

• Demonstrate good leadership attributes and experience managing in matrix organization

• Business/financial acumen

• Digital dexterity

• Ability to think analytically, very good conceptual skills as well as a structured, independent way of working

• Strong analytical skills, in order to drill down in big data to root cause analysis

• Strong presentation and communication skills in English

• Adherence to BD’s leadership values, specifically team player, customer centric, continuous improvement mindset and action oriented

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

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

FRA Le Pont-de-Claix Cedex

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Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.