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Job Description Summary

As Senior Manager of Strategic Events and Communication, you will report to the Associate Director, Strategic Events & Communications, and you willl be part of the BDI Urology & Critical Care (UCC) business unit team. This position of Sr. Manager is responsible for overall internal event and meeting strategy and execution and the planning and implementation of effective customer conventions and meeting programs for the BD Interventional UCC business. This person will determine tradeshow and meeting strategies that support the company’s strategic sales and marketing plans and help formulate the appropriate activities to meet our marketing objectives. This position will work closely with the Marketing and Sales teams to help execute all marketing programs and initiatives. Candidates must report to the Covington, GA office 3 days per week.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale internal events including sales meetings, leadership offsites, sales incentive trips, Town Halls, and other engagement events ensuring inclusion of other UCC sites, where appropriate.

• Lead events team and sales and marketing stakeholders to develop strategic plans for tradeshow execution and success measures.

• Demonstrate strong collaboration with business partners and leaders across the organization to plan, organize and implement events, as well as manage initiatives to ensure satisfactory results and delivery within established deadlines at an appropriate cost.

• Clearly communicate with business partners and planning team members on project plans, creative and execution strategy, and project status.

• Act as the lead event planner or support planner depending on business need.

• Maintain tracking of all shows and events and related expenses. Continuously identify areas for efficiencies and enhancements. Make recommendations for streamlining events, cost-savings, and stronger strategic alignment across functions.

• Conduct post-event analysis, sharing insights and identifying opportunities to improve year over year,

• Lead and develop a team of event planning associates including appropriate delegation of tasks and identifying opportunities for growth.

Skills and knowledge:

• Experienced in working with C-Suite leadership.

• Creative problem-solver with strong project management capabilities, facilities and service skills, as well as finance and contract management and logistics experience.

• Highly adaptable, and able to deliver on tight-deadlines, on-budget.

• Strong executive presence and can work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to travel is required 40-60%.

Education and experience:

• Minimum 5 years of event planning experience.

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in event planning, hospitality, marketing, or related areas.

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) preferred.

• Excellent organizational, time management, logistical planning and execution skills are essential.

• Strong project management and strategic thinking skills.

• High ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• High level of initiative and a self-starter.

• Positive and collaborative team player

• Experience in:

• Building relationships and working directly with C-suite / senior business partners.

• Leading, developing and managing a team.

• Sourcing and booking venues.

• Procuring and liaising with vendors and suppliers.

• Negotiating quotes, contracts, and agreements.

• Handling logistics and on-site crew and event .management

• Budgeting and invoicing.

• Solutioning and reporting event metrics.

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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Primary Work Location

USA GA - Covington BMD

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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.