Junior Associate at Becton Dickinson NA in Warwick, Rhode Island

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Summary/Purpose of Position
Under the leadership and direction of staff within the Procurement Department, this semester long internship will offer the opportunity for a student to gain solid purchasing, sourcing, product development, and supplier management experience by working in a dynamic environment for a leading global medical device company.
The Procurement department is responsible for purchasing complex components, assemblies, finished goods and services for new product development and manufacturing support. This intern will provide support and customer service for internal cross-functional teams while complying with our sourcing and corporate procedures. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is highly motivated to grow within the organization in the future and thrives on an environment of creativity and accountability.
This individual will assist in the areas of sourcing, quoting, tracking, and monitoring purchase orders for new product lines in development, as well as contribute to the development and implementation of streamlined department processes. In addition, this individual will help assess future opportunities for reducing costs of materials and services throughout the division.
The Procurement Intern will also participate in weekly project meetings, quarterly all employee meetings, attend other company meetings, and participate in several 1:1 meetings with the leadership at the division to discuss career options in the medical device field.



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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 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.


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 you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.



Junior Associate - Summer 2025




Summary/Purpose of Position



Under the leadership and direction of staff within the Procurement Department, this semester long internship will offer the opportunity for a student to gain solid purchasing, sourcing, product development, and supplier management experience by working in a dynamic environment for a leading global medical device company.


The Procurement department is responsible for purchasing complex components, assemblies, finished goods and services for new product development and manufacturing support. This intern will provide support and customer service for internal cross-functional teams while complying with our sourcing and corporate procedures. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is highly motivated to grow within the organization in the future and thrives on an environment of creativity and accountability.


This individual will assist in the areas of sourcing, quoting, tracking, and monitoring purchase orders for new product lines in development, as well as contribute to the development and implementation of streamlined department processes. In addition, this individual will help assess future opportunities for reducing costs of materials and services throughout the division.


The Procurement Intern will also participate in weekly project meetings, quarterly all employee meetings, attend other company meetings, and participate in several 1:1 meetings with the leadership at the division to discuss career options in the medical device field.

• This is a paid internship position.


• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time.


• Relocation assistance is not available

Duties and Position Responsibilities

• Placing and expediting purchase orders for on-time delivery with our suppliers


• Process mapping with recommendations on efficiencies in several areas of operations and purchasing


• Assist in cost improvement projects


• Perform Make vs. Buy and other strategic analysis and present recommendations to management


• Support key audits during the semester


• Interact with ERP/MRP Systems (JDE)

Knowledge and Skills




Education:

• Business major (Supply Chain Management preferred) or equivalent undergrad

Specialized Skills:

• Excellent personal communication skills


• Must have the ability to work on several projects simultaneously


• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment of accountability


• Must be able to analyze data/make data-based recommendations


• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented


• Understanding of Microsoft Office Software applications and web-based systems a plus


• Exceptional drive to pursue a career in medical device

Desired Availability

• During regular business hours 8:30am-5pm, Monday - Friday


• In-office Tuesday - Thursday


• 40 hours per week

Key Relationships




Internal Relationships:

• Product Development Regulatory Affairs


• Quality Assurance Document Control


• Packaging Engineering Design Engineering


• Manufacturing and Engineering Marketing


• Supplier Quality team Supply Chain Team


• Administrative assistants Puerto Rico Plant and Domestic Plants


• BD Category Management


• Additional Bard Offices and Manufacturing Facilities

External Relationships:

• Component and raw material suppliers


• Service Suppliers


• Finished Goods (OEM) suppliers

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 which will be indicated in the job posting.


For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's 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 BD's 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. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's 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, you'll 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/careers


Becton, 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.


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