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.
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.
A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.
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.
Become a maker of possible with us!
The Supply Chain team are responsible to bringing billions of life-saving medical devices and diagnostics tests, high-tech instruments and equipment to customers and patients all over the world. Our aim is deliver these products at an affordable cost and of the highest quality.
As Chief of Staff you will serve as a critical extension of the EVP, enabling effective leadership, decision-making, and execution across one of the company’s most complex global functions.
The role focuses on orchestrating strategy, governance, and execution across ISC, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and accelerating delivery of key outcomes across safety, quality, service, cost, cash, and people.
This role is central to enabling ISC to operate as an enterprise growth engine, delivering both near-term performance and long-term transformation.
Strategicorchestration&executivesupport
Partner with the EVP ISC to shape and drive the strategic agenda aligned with enterprise priorities.
Translate complex operational topics into clear executive narratives for ExLT and Board discussions.
Support decision-making by synthesizing insights, risks, trade-offs, and priorities.
Design and lead ISC governance mechanisms, including leadership cadence, performance reviews, and transformation forums.
Ensure meetings are focused, decision-oriented, and anchored in clear outcomes and accountability.
Track decisions, actions, and follow-through across key forums.
Provide visibility on ISC performance across Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, Cash, and People.
Monitor progress against strategic initiatives, identify risks early, and enable rapid issue resolution.
Support prioritization and resource allocation across critical initiatives.
Drive alignment across Business Units, COEs, and functions on key priorities and trade-offs.
Support the shift toward a BU-centric, end-to-end operating model with strong global capabilities.
Facilitate cross-functional problem solving on enterprise-critical topics.
Support delivery of ISC transformation priorities, including value stream integration, digital supply chain, planning maturity, BD Excellence, supplier development, and talent development.
Ensure transformation initiatives are clearly structured, prioritized, and linked to business outcomes.
Partner with VP HR ISCQ to strengthen ISC Leadership Team effectiveness and enterprise ways of working.
Reinforce clarity of roles, decision rights, accountabilities, and operating rigor.
Enable alignment, constructive debate, and a strong “one team” attitude.
Ensure clear and consistent communication of ISC priorities, decisions, and performance.
Prepare high-impact materials for ExLT, Board reviews, and key governance forums.
Act as a trusted liaison between the EVP ISC and key internal and external stakeholders.
You bring 10–15+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, strategy, or consulting, ideally within a global matrix organization. You have worked closely with senior leaders and led complex, cross-functional initiatives. You are strategic, structured, and action-oriented, with the ability to turn complex priorities into clear plans and measurable outcomes.
- The role must be based in the Canton of Vaud, Switzerland.
Strong end-to-end supply chain and value chain thinking
Ability to connect strategy, operations, and business results
Executive-level communication and storytelling
Influence across Business Units, COEs, and functions
Strong governance, follow-through, and performance focus
Ability to create clarity and accelerate decisions in ambiguity
High ownership, accountability, and results orientation
Collaborative, enterprise-focused leadership style
Customer focus and strong root-cause problem solving
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.
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.
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
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.
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CHF182,900.00 - CHF292,625.00 CHF Annual
