JOB DESCRIPTION

BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER!

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics, and the delivery of care. We have over 70,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Procurement Development Program's mission is to improve BD's procurement leadership base by recruiting entry-level associates who seek to become procurement leaders. BD strives to develop and expose Procurement Interns to multiple functions and business units while broadening their procurement experience. We are committed to hiring talent who believe in our core values and who will be strong performers upon graduation from undergraduate programs. As a Procurement Intern, you will have the chance to make an impact through the teams you join, the projects you manage, and the leaders with whom you interact with. BD provides Procurement Interns with meaningful work experiences, mentoring, networking activities and exposure to the many benefits of working at BD!

Intern assignments will vary depending upon business needs, but will generally include projects in the areas of:

• Spend analysis

• Project management

• Corporate and category support

• RFI activities

• Supplier management activities

• Risk Mitigation

At the close of the internship experience, interns will present their overall accomplishments to the Global Purchasing Leadership Team. If there is mutual interest, interns will be considered for BD’s Procurement Development Program. The Procurement Development Program is a three-year rotational program designed to provide an entry-level associate to further develop a solid portfolio of strategic sourcing skills and a foundation for growing a successful career in procurement.

PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Junior year towards a bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, or other related major.

• Skills and abilities in leadership, teamwork, quantitative analysis, negotiation, Microsoft Office Suite, and a drive for results

• Ability to learn quickly, deal with ambiguity, take initiative and achieve results

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proven organization and time management skills

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

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 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 and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program - which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components - is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

To learn more about BD visit https://jobs.bd.com/

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

BD is a Fortune 500 global medical technology company headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with offices in more than 50 countries. The company operates three business segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences and BD Interventional. 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 the design and engineering, to the manufacturing and the marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.