GIE Leader, Program Management Excellence

Job Summary

We are the makers of possible and BD continues to lead in medical technology. The Global Integrated Engineering (GIE) Program Management COE Leader will establish and lead a global Center of Excellence (COE) for GIE program management governance. The role creates a standardized, scalable program management approach, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, accelerating innovation, and driving operational excellence across multiple business units worldwide.

• Develop and maintain program management standards, methodologies, templates, and processes for consistency across business units.
• Establish governance structures and ensure adherence to risk management, reporting, and quality assurance.
• Build organizational capability through training, certification programs, and coaching for program managers and engineering leaders.
• Define and track performance metrics and provide executive-level reporting to drive continuous improvement.
• Align programs with strategic objectives, ensuring transparency in execution.
• Select and optimize program management platforms and digital tools for standardized workflows and real-time visibility.
• Foster a global network of program managers to share guidelines, lessons learned, and innovation opportunities.

• Critical Thinking
• Leadership and Coaching
• Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification with healthcare compliance experience strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of program/project management experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within a global engineering or healthcare organization.
• Demonstrated ability to implement standardized program management practices across complex, regulated environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills in a matrixed global organization.
• Domestic and international travel up to 10%.

• Annual Bonus
• Potential discretionary LTI Bonus
• Potential reimbursement of phone use

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
• Met Life 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

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. Our culture empowers learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Salary Range $ – $ USD Annual

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.

Employment is contingent upon COVID‑19 vaccination status. Work accommodations may be considered per law.

Job location:

Franklin Lakes, NJ (USA). Eligible to work remotely as required; standard onsite requirement applies for most roles.