Procurement Manager

BD; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Mexico to lead sourcing strategy across sites, manage supplier selection and negotiations, and drive cost savings while ensuring quality.

The role requires strong English communication, analytical acumen, and the ability to work with senior stakeholders across BD's manufacturing and healthcare operations.

Join us to help deliver BD’s 3–5 year roadmap and build resilient, value-driven supply chains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain (preferably in manufacturing or healthcare).
• Strong understanding of Category strategies.
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to build a pipeline of cost savings opportunities.
• Analytical approach with ability to assess market trends and supplier capabilities.
• Excellent English communication and strong interpersonal skills with senior management.
• Proactive, results-oriented approach with a track record of strategy execution.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing strategy execution across sites to ensure value delivery.
• Pipeline development to identify cost savings via supply chain optimization.
• SRM to strengthen supplier partnerships and drive cost optimization.
• Lead supplier qualification, mitigate risks, and optimize source-to-pay workflows.
• Contract negotiation with vendors and suppliers.
• Stakeholder engagement to support procurement goals.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Analysis

English communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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

About the Role: As Procurement Manager, you’ll lead sourcing strategy execution across assigned sites and categories, aligned with our 3–5 year roadmap. The Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing supplier selection/qualification, negotiating pricing and commercial terms, managing day-to-day operations, developing strategies to reduce costs and lead times while improving quality and service levels. The role requires excellent English communication skills as well as strong analytical capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing Strategy Execution: Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with BD’s strategic roadmap and category objectives. Lead procurement-driven initiatives across multiple sites to ensure consistent value delivery.
• Pipeline Development: Create long-term plans that support organizational goals. Identify and pursue opportunities for cost savings through supply chain optimization, Kaizen events, and design-to-value initiatives.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Strengthen supplier partnerships to enhance performance, increase supply chain efficiency and resilience, and drive innovation and cost optimization through collaborative engagement.
• Supplier Development & Compliance: Lead supplier qualification processes, mitigate risks, and optimize source-to-pay workflows. Ensure regional suppliers meet compliance standards and performance expectations.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts effectively with vendors and suppliers.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support strategic procurement goals.
  

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain (preferably in manufacturing or healthcare)
• Strong understanding of Category strategies
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to build a pipeline of cost savings opportunities
• Analytical approach with the ability to assess market trends and supplier capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively when faced with complex situations and to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills in English. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with senior management and other key stakeholders.
• Proactive, results-oriented approach with a track record of successful strategy execution.

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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Primary Work Location

MEX Tijuana - Alaris El Florido

Additional Locations

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