Strategic Procurement Lead for Life Sciences & NPI

Becton Dickinson NA; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson, and Company in Sparks, MD is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization across assigned commodities. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Planning to ensure supply continuity and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring strong analytical and negotiation skills, experience in regulated manufacturing, and a track record of delivering measurable savings in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing/procurement/category management/supply chain.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.
• Experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support business objectives.
• Lead RFQs, supplier selection, and sourcing projects.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts for long-term supply agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Support NPI activities and cross-functional supplier qualification.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Negotiation

Data Analytics

NPI Support

Cross-Functional Leadership

Cost Modeling & TCO

Executive Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Becton, Dickinson, and Company in Sparks, MD is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization across assigned commodities. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Planning to ensure supply continuity and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring strong analytical and negotiation skills, experience in regulated manufacturing, and a track record of delivering measurable savings in a fast-paced environment.