Global Transportation Export, Planner
BD
Summary
This position is responsible for transportation planning and the daily export operations for assigned regions. This role interfaces with BDX/Bard affiliates, freight forwarders, DCs, plants, resolves discrepancies and proactively identifies improvement opportunities. Monitors, measures, and reports key performance indicators on adherence to regulations and procedures in the conduct of export.
Job description
Job Description
This position is responsible for transportation planning and the daily export operations for assigned regions. This role interfaces with BDX/Bard affiliates, freight forwarders, DCs, plants, resolves discrepancies and proactively identifies improvement opportunities. Monitors, measures, and reports key performance indicators on adherence to regulations and procedures in the conduct of export.
Responsibilities
- Manage and execute export shipments from distribution centers in a timely manner for the assigned regions.
- Team up with WW Business, Regions and Carriers to generate efficiencies and process improvements in transit duration.
- Proactively communicate with customer and planners regarding order status, product availability, product information, credit status, and regulatory issues.
- Coordinate activities with supply chain, warehouses, traffic and other BD departments and locations, as needed, to ensure timely shipments of orders.
- Ensure export procedures/processes are utilized as designed by BD plants, 3PLs and logistics providers.
- Plan, coordinate, and optimize deliveries in SAP/TMS.
- Troubleshoot EDI transactions.
- Resolve discrepancies, mitigate risks and implement process improvements on shipment process, transportation; monitor GLPs on-time performance and daily KPI reports in SAP.
- Provide training to new Customer Service Representatives and Specialists.
- Act as a resource to other department members regarding policies and procedures, and customer, product and regulatory information.
- Be cross-trained on other accounts/territories to assist with workloads and provide coverage during vacations/absences.
- Be adaptable and available to accept new assignments, or assist in other areas or departments, as required.
Basic Qualifications
- Strong teamwork
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Adept at setting priorities, meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks
- Proficiency in standard business computer applications
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Growth and continuous improvement mindset
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. A strong background in a related international/export role may be considered in lieu of education.
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in a similar role (export, logistics, transportation, customer service, etc.).
- Prior experience in a related industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, FDA regulated).
- Minimum of 6 years' experience with ERP systems (SAP, ECC, GTS, JDE), EDI transactions, transportation/warehouse management systems.
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in standard business computer applications in SAP
- Certificate programs in International Logistics and Transportation, Export Operations, and global trade compliance certification a plus
- APICS certification or Six Sigma a plus
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or strong background in a related international/export role in lieu of education
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in a similar role (export, logistics, transportation, customer service, etc.)
- Prior experience in a related industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, FDA regulated)
- Minimum of 6 years' experience with ERP systems (SAP, ECC, GTS, JDE), EDI transactions, transportation/warehouse management systems
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong teamwork
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Adept at setting priorities, meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks
- Proficiency in standard business computer applications
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Growth and continuous improvement mindset
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Wellness Resources
- Mental Health Support
- 401(k)
- Deferred Compensation
- Financial Counseling
- DailyPay
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Backup Care
- Caregiving Support
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Commuter Benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Services
- Associate Discount Programs
- Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave
- Jury Duty Leave
Company overview
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is one of the world's largest global medical technology companies, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. As a Fortune 500 company, BD specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents across three primary segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Interventional. The company's extensive product portfolio includes medical equipment such as syringes, needles, infusion systems, diagnostic instruments, flow cytometers, and surgical devices. With over 70,000 employees worldwide and operations in virtually every country, BD focuses on advancing healthcare through innovations in medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery. The company has a rich history of pioneering medical technologies, including the first insulin injection device, the Vacutainer blood collection system, and numerous safety-engineered medical devices. BD's mission centers on improving clinical therapy for patients and enhancing clinical processes for healthcare providers while addressing global health challenges through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation.