Head of Strategy & Operations — Pharmacy Automation

Becton Dickinson; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) is seeking a highly analytical and strategic leader to support the President of the Pharmacy Automation business. This role drives strategy, operations, and execution of key priorities across the BD Connected Care segment and beyond.

You will synthesize information, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and deliver actionable insights to senior leaders, enabling focused, high-impact decisions and programs with broad visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in strategy, business development, marketing, product management, operations, finance, consulting, or related fields (5+ years with an advanced degree).
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.
• Strong program and project management experience managing complex initiatives and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses across strategy, operations, commercial excellence, product management, and business development to support strategic decision-making and business performance.
• Lead and coordinate high-priority strategic initiatives across functions, businesses, and regions, leveraging data-driven insights, structured problem solving, stakeholder engagement, and executive communication.
• Drive the operating rhythm of the President's leadership team, including agenda development, action tracking, meeting facilitation, and follow-through to ensure effective decision-making and execution.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop annual and quarterly objectives, monitor progress against priorities, and provide visibility into business performance.
• Lead the development of executive and employee communications, including quarterly business updates, town halls, and leadership presentations that effectively communicate business strategy, priorities, and results.
• Support global and regional business reviews by providing strategic insights, business analysis, and recommendations to inform key decisions.
• Coordinate the development of quarterly business reviews, annual strategic plans, and other executive-level planning activities through effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Proactively identify business opportunities, risks, and emerging trends, providing recommendations that position the business for long-term success.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Executive communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) is seeking a highly analytical and strategic leader to support the President of the Pharmacy Automation business. This role drives strategy, operations, and execution of key priorities across the BD Connected Care segment and beyond.

You will synthesize information, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and deliver actionable insights to senior leaders, enabling focused, high-impact decisions and programs with broad visibility.