Associate Director, Distribution & Channel Integration

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Job ID

R-541658

Category

Quality

Location

Japan

Region

APAC

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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.

Job Description

Integrated Logistics Strategy & Execution

Develop and implement a complete logistics strategy that consolidates shipping, reduces BD warehouse footprints, and realigns affiliate and distributor operations around a “One BD” model.

Continuously evaluate network performance, identify risks and redundancies, and implement proactive improvements to maintain resilient supply—all while keeping distributors fully engaged

Supplier & Contract Management

Build positive relationships with distributors, 3PLs, and suppliers by negotiating and managing contracts that secure competitive rates, favorable terms, and compliance with BD’s service-level standards.

Inventory Optimization

Work with trusted partners to receive in-market sales and inventory data.

Ensure trusted partners are placing orders as per BD expected timelines and aligned with BD sales objectives.

Transportation Planning & Delivery Management

Oversee distributor transportation strategy—including carrier selection, route optimization, load management, ensure timely deliveries that meet or exceed OTIF targets.

Introduce shipping consolidation (eg milk runs) and other efficiency measures, where feasible, to reduce freight costs and environmental impact without compromising service quality.

Cost-to-Serve Reduction & Efficiency

Set specific targets to reduce distribution and logistics expenses through process improvements, shipping consolidation, and warehouse footprint reductions, in close alignment with distributor readiness.

Monitor cost drivers (freight, warehousing, handling) and lead continuous improvement programs to achieve sustainable margin growth.

Team Leadership & Change Management

Guide the organization through disciplined network and safety-stock changes, support talent development, and ensure readiness for sustained performance.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or Operations.

5+ years of experience in Supply Chain (Forecasting, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Materials Management, Master Planning, Scheduling, Lifecycle management).

Experience leading Kaizens

Experience working with commercial teams, distributors, or customer service.

Familiarity with customer segmentation models.

Ability to translate insights into actions.

Strong working knowledge of JDE and ECC.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to influence key collaborators, work independently, collaboratively, and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.

Skills Preferred

APICS certification or equivalent.

Kaizen Sensei or Blackbelt

Business English

Why Join Us?

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 visithttps://bd.com/careers.

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Primary Work Location

JPN Tokyo - Minato-ku

Additional Locations

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