Field Inventory and Reverse Logistics Manager

Field Inventory and Reverse Logistics Manager

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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 Med Tech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

• Manage spare parts inventory for the US Service Region
• Lead reverse logistics operations for spare parts globally

• Design and implement a perpetual inventory system for field inventory, including regular cycle counts and biannual full stock audits.
• Analyze audit results, execute system corrections, and prepare reports for management and finance in accordance with company policy.
• Lead and mentor field teams on inventory processes, tools, and best practices to maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Enhance communication channels with field teams to ensure smooth and effective audit execution.

• Drive the global return process for repairable defective items, ensuring timely and cost‑effective handling.
• Manage the international redeployment of excess inventory to optimize global stock levels.
• Oversee the inspection and disposition of returned goods to maximize recovery and minimize waste.
• Identify and reduce scrap and losses from unused material through process improvements.
• Investigate root causes of process gaps (e.g., missing identification) and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain departmental performance standards and promote a safe working environment throughout the organization.

• Organization & Planning:
  Accurate task prioritization and project execution.
• Problem Solving, Analytical Skills and Professional Judgment:
  Strong analytical and decision‑making ability.
• Decision Quality:
  Independent, data‑driven decision making within a medical device quality system.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effective presentation in formal and informal settings.
• Action Oriented:
  Proactive contributor to success.
• Courage & Independence:
  Self‑directed task execution with timely communication to management.
• Flexibility:
  Adapts procedural flexibility to meet specific situations.
• Process Effectiveness:
  Identifies efficient process improvement opportunities.
• Organizational Agility:
  Navigates a matrixed environment and understands key policies.
• Dealing with Ambiguity:
  Acts decisively without full information.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory management, with a strong focus on field audits and team leadership.
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and Service Max (or similar platforms).
• Basic knowledge of medical device hardware and software cybersecurity rules and regulations in an FDA/ISO‑regulated environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.

• Professional certifications in materials management (e.g., APICS – CPIM, CSCP).
• Hands‑on experience in global logistics and/or reverse supply chain operations and/or other aspects of supply chain processes.

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements.

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Salary range: $99,600.00 – $ USD (Annual)

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.