Associate Director, Strategic Customer Group (SCG) Offer Development, Commercial

**Job Description Summary****Job Description**We are **the makers of possible**BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and its no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of usfrom design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per yearto look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which youll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a **maker of possible** with us._What Commercial Operations contributes to BD_The mission of the Commercial & Customer Operations (CCO) Center of Excellence (CoE) is to serve as a trusted strategic partner that enables the US Region and business units to drive profitable commercial growth by delivering differentiated value, enabling capabilities, and simplified processes that exceed the needs of our stakeholders and improve customer experience. CCO aims to empower and develop our associates while strengthening our inclusive & diverse culture to win as One BD.**_Accountabilities in this role_**Reporting to the Sr. Director, Commercial Contract Offer Development, this position directs a team accountable for Strategic Customer Commercial Contract Negotiations, National and Regional GPOs, Channel Management, and BDX activities across the BD US Region businesses. This leader role will support the Sr. Director, Commercial Contract Offer Development to advance and evolve transformational Contracting Excellence establishing a high-performing culture. The roles primary objective is to develop, operate, and advance new Strategic Customer Contracting Offer Development capabilities to deliver consistent best practices including governance, SLAs/metrics, support a continuous improvement roadmap, and focus on a differentiated customer experience that meets the strategic needs of the US Region across all of BDs US businesses.Working in partnership within the Commercial Contracting Operations team, Strategic Customer Group, US Region Leaders, Business Integrators, Cross functional Business Partners, Legal Partners and Channel and GPO Customers, this manager will drive best in class, innovative, enterprise contract offer development and negotiation capabilities and also establish policy, process and governance to ensure the effective implementation of complex, critical contract activities which manage business opportunities and risk appropriately.**Essential Responsibilities:**+ Lead the SCG Offer Development Contracting capability within the Commercial Contracting CoE pillar including talent selection and overall team development, process harmonization, systems design and deployment and overall standup of the function+ Oversee complex GPO contracting offer development activities for CCO across all US businesses encompassing, RFP, structure, approval and customer contract negotiation of terms and conditions, and contract completion. Direct Channel/GPO contracting activities from opportunity/RFP to signature for consumable products across all US Regions BUs and products, and capital products on GPO agreements (currently excl. Biosciences and Pharmaceutical Systems)+ Scope includes all Channel, National/Regional GPO-related contracts (consumables and capital) and Master Agreements+ Manage sales contracts lifecycle including planning, drafting/redlining, negotiation, execution, amendment, extension and retirement+ Provide team-based direct support of SCG Vice Presidents, handling and directing customer inquiries with respect to active Channel, BDX and GPO contracts as well as emerging Regional GPOs+ Serve the BU and Strategic Customer teams as key internal-business partners, with high quality, responsive service, negotiation competencies and value add to drive revenue growth+ Understand emerging healthcare industry trends and assess their potential impact on Channel/GPO contracting and negotiation strategies+ Support implementation of contracting and pricing strategies, policies and processes through day-to-day execution, as well as advising on potential new offers to meet customer/market needs. Ensure that risk is mitigated, and provisions are preferred or acceptable per company standard+ Work closely with Commercial Contract Offer Development counterparts to ensure consistency with policies, procedures and overall general provisions across customer segments+ Lead a defined contract review/approval workflow process, ensuring appropriate process is in place and enforced, liaising with Business/Legal as needed+ Coordinate across Offer Development team related to business practices associated with deal modeling/ creation and post-deal activities to ensure smooth handover with post-deal counterparts+ Support process improvement projects (templates, standard terms, system updates, etc.) to drive operational efficiencies and standardization+ Actively drive implementation of technology platform (Apttus) and ensure that performance appropriately supports contract offer activities, workflow management and archiving database as required by company policies+ Hold accountability for team goals and KPIs (e.g., contract cycle time)+ Have strong functional, business and strategic expertise+ Inspire and empower direct team to act with speed, agility and accountability enabling them to achieve excellence**_Qualifications_**+ BA/BS required (in lieu of a bachelors degree, extensive (12+ years) experience in the applicable area); MBA desirable+ Minimum of 5 years experience in a managerial position directing an organization with matrix accountability+ 6+ years demonstrated experience and mastery leading teams, understanding of business strategy, and strong relationships with Legal counsel, General Management, Regulatory, Compliance, Risk Management and Sales Executive Leadership+ Deep understanding of US Antitrust laws, Sarbanes Oxley, and business strategy+ Strong understanding of commercial contract management, including contract strategy development, negotiations, policy development and standardization of general terms with Medical Device Capital and Consumables products and services+ Experience in negotiating complex, strategic contract strategies and offerings; negotiation savviness+ General understanding of federal, state and local government contracting requirements and practices preferred+ Strategic and analytical problem solver with business acumen. Able to understand key business drivers and provide clear recommendations+ Proven ability to quickly establish credibility, trust, and support within all levels of organization+ Ability to partner with Sales Leaders and Business Integrators to develop contract offerings representing complex concepts and defining the business value of solutions in a clear, understandable way+ Strong project management skills desirable+ Demonstrated customer centricity skills and consistent expectations across team+ Ability to build and motivate a team to achieve well communicated expectations. Strong communications and change management experience+ Ability to travel up to 25% - 35%For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Companys receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BDs Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.**Why Join Us?**A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. Its also a place where we help each other be great, we do whats right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.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 health. At BD, youll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.To learn more about BD visit? https://bd.com/careersBecton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.PDN**Primary Work Location**USA NJ - Franklin Lakes**Additional Locations**USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters, USA GA - Covington BMD, USA IL - Vernon Hills, USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton Circle, USA RI - Warwick, USA TX - San Antonio, USA UT - Salt Lake City, USA UT - Sandy**Work Shift**Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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