Manager, BD Excellence Global Capability Programs

BD; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Health benefits

401(k) Plan

Job summary

BD is seeking a Manager in Excellence Capability Programs to administer a portfolio of enterprise capability-development initiatives, onboarding, leadership, and engagement programs. The role blends operational excellence, governance, and stakeholder management to deliver measurable impact and enterprise readiness.

The position partners with BD Excellence leaders, HR, and global facilitators to align learning with business priorities, driving continuous improvement and scalable processes across

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 5–8 years in training coordination, talent development, capability building, program management, HR, or operational excellence.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple programs, stakeholders, and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full portfolio of BD Excellence capability-building programs with consistent quality and governance.
• Coordinate cohorts, facilitators, materials, communications, and follow-up activities (x² program).
• Guide onboarding for BD Excellence Leaders and for associates outside BD Excellence.
• Oversee rotational stretch assignments and track progress and outcomes.
• Lead Excellence Exchange Webinar program content planning and speaker engagement.
• Track participation, completion, effectiveness, and impact metrics.

Skills

Execution Excellence

Functional Expertise

Stakeholder Leadership

Influence Without Authority

Operational Rigor

Data-Driven Decisions

Strategic Communication

Change Leadership

Digital Learning & Program Mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred

Job description

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

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.

Job Description

The Manager, BD Excellence Capability Programs is responsible for managing and executing the BD Excellence capability building portfolio of programs, ensuring high-quality experiences that strengthen leadership, operational excellence, and organizational capability across the enterprise. This role drives the day-to-day administration, governance, and continuous improvement of capability programs that accelerate adoption of BD Excellence principles and practices. Operating within the BD Excellence Global Capability team, the role owns program planning, coordination, logistics, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple capability development initiatives. The position ensures consistent delivery standards, scalable processes, and effective participant experiences across all capability offerings. The Capability Programs Manager partners closely with BD Excellence leaders, program facilitators, HR, functional stakeholders, and participants to align capability-building efforts with business priorities. Through data-driven insights and disciplined program management, the role contributes to workforce readiness, leadership development, and enterprise performance.

Summary

This position serves as a key capability development professional responsible for administering a portfolio of enterprise capability development, onboarding, leadership, and engagement programs. The role combines operational excellence, stakeholder management, and program governance to ensure sustainable and measurable capability outcomes. The incumbent develops robust program management processes, monitors participation and effectiveness metrics, maintains program content and assets, and provides the leadership with actionable insights that support continuous improvement and organizational impact.

Success Profile

Success Is Demonstrated By

• Consistent and high-quality execution of capability programs across the portfolio.
• Strong participant engagement, completion rates, and positive learner experiences.
• Effective governance, scheduling, reporting, and resource management.
• Measurable improvements in capability development outcomes and organizational readiness.
• Strong stakeholder partnerships and advocacy for BD Excellence practices.
• Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a highly matrixed environment while influencing stakeholders and driving results through collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the full portfolio of BD Excellence capability-building programs, ensuring consistent quality, scheduling, governance, and participant experience.
• Administer the Xcelerate to EXcellence (x²) Program, coordinating cohorts, logistics, facilitators, materials, communications, and follow-up activities.
• Administer BDEL Onboarding and guide new BD Excellence Leaders through a structured onboarding experience that accelerates effectiveness and business impact.
• Manage BD Excellence onboarding for associates outside the BD Excellence function, strengthening understanding of operating models, tools, methodologies, and practices.
• Coordinate the rotational stretch assignment program, matching participants with development opportunities and tracking progress and outcomes.
• Lead execution of the Excellence Exchange Webinar Program in collaboration with the Communications Leader, driving content planning, speaker engagement, calendar management, communications, and participation tracking.
• Track, analyze, and report program participation, completion, effectiveness, and impact metrics.
• Provides onsite support to the delivery and execution of BD Excellence capability programs, from visitor pre-registration through to experiences throughout the programs and departure afterward. Act as the dedicated source of content for all program logistics related questions.
• Maintain program content, templates, assets, and required materials for digital platforms to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with BD standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on stakeholder feedback, participant insights, and performance data.
• Partner with business leaders, facilitators, HR, and capability stakeholders to align learning initiatives with enterprise priorities.

Skills And Competencies

• Execution Excellence: Ability to manage multiple programs with consistency and discipline.
• Functional Expertise: Knowledge of learning, leadership development, onboarding, and capability-building practices.
• Stakeholder Leadership: Builds strong partnerships across functions and levels.
• Influence Without Authority: Drives alignment and engagement in a matrixed environment.
• Operational Rigor: Strong planning, coordination, documentation, and governance skills.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses metrics and insights to improve performance and outcomes.
• Strategic Communication: Communicates effectively with leaders, facilitators, and participants.
• Change Leadership: Supports adoption of new skills, behaviors, and ways of working.
• Digital Learning & Program Management: Skilled in learning platforms, virtual programs, and program administration.

Required Skills/Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Typically, 5-8 years of experience in training coordination, talent development, capability building, program management, HR, or operational excellence environments.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple programs, stakeholders, and competing priorities.
• Qualifications: Strong business acumen, project management capability, analytical skills, and continuous improvement mindset.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Advanced Degree Preferred
• Experience of lean or six sigma programs highly preferred.
• Experience working across global or matrixed organizations preferred.
• Program management experience highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Travel requirement: Approximately 10-20% domestic and international travel as business needs require.

Benefits

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

• Annual Bonus
• Health and Well-being Benefits
• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Long-term care with life insurance
• Other Well-being Resources
• Anxiety management program
• Wellness incentives
• Sleep improvement program
• Diabetes management program
• Virtual physical therapy
• Emotional/mental health support programs
• Weight management programs
• Gastrointestinal health program
• Substance use management program
• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
• Retirement and Financial Well-being
• BD 401(k) Plan
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Financial counseling
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
• Daily Pay
• College financial aid and application guidance
• Life Balance Programs
• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Group auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Discounts on products and services
• Academic Achievement Scholarship
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employer matching donation
• Workplace accommodations
• Other Life Balance Programs
• Adoption assistance
• Backup day care and eldercare
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
• Leave Programs
• Bereavement leaves
• Military leave
• Personal leave
• Family and Medical Leave (FML)
• Jury and Witness Duty Leave

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

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

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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