Job Description Summary
The Sr. Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive support to the VP/GMs of the Specimen Acquisition and Lab Specimen Management Platforms as well as 3 other WW Leadership Team members. This role is responsible for managing complex calendars, coordinating domestic and international travel, processing expense reports, and organizing high-level meetings and events.
The assistant also plays a key role in preparing professional presentations and managing departmental logistics, including onboarding new hires and supporting promotional material workflows.
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.
Key responsibilities will include:
Proactively manages complex calendars with competing priorities to keep leaders abreast of meetings and tasks and to ensure they have the information necessary to effectively navigate through their day.
Processes incoming calls and determines level of importance and urgency and elevates appropriately.
Schedules business travel and accommodations and reconciles and maintains expense reports.
Processes incoming and outgoing mail; Monitors email communication for appointments and commitments. Reconciles and submits bills for payment via SAP.
Has significant personal interaction with Sr. Leadership and all levels of the organization; must be able to effectively communicate and appropriately represent the organization and this executive.
Handles all administrative matters related to meetings, including booking meeting rooms, arranging catering, gathering supplies, ensuring room is equipped appropriately, etc.
Creates/updates departmental files. Assembles, compiles and maintains data as directed for regularly scheduled reports and presentations and ad hoc projects
Organizes, coordinates and attends staff meetings, as requested, to document all pertinent information either electronically onto a laptop, on flip charts or other forms of note taking
Creates high quality PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets and maintains org charts
As a member of the Administrative team, will also be called upon to serve as back up for other executives.
About you:
To be successful in this role, you require...
Demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels, actively listen to colleagues and stakeholders, facilitate productive meetings, and build strong professional relationships that foster collaboration and team success.
Consistently applying diversity, equity, and inclusion principles when executing tasks, making decisions, and interacting with team members; actively seek diverse perspectives and create inclusive environments where all voices are valued and respected.
Maintaining the highest standards of integrity when handling sensitive information, exercise appropriate discretion in communications, and demonstrate trustworthiness with confidential data through consistent adherence to privacy protocols and ethical guidelines.
Excelling at independently managing multiple high-priority tasks and complex projects simultaneously with minimal supervision; demonstrate strong self-direction, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to meet deadlines even when faced with ambiguous requirements.
Exhibiting expert-level skills with Microsoft productivity suite (Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) combined with strong IT troubleshooting abilities; quickly identify and resolve technical issues while providing clear guidance to team members on technology best practices.
Education and experience required:
Minimum of a High School Diploma with formal training or equivalent work experience required
A minimum of five years of administrative assistant experience
Preferred Experience:
College degree a plus but not a requirement
Experience supporting multiple leaders in a multi-functional, fast-paced environment, preferably at a progressively responsible and/or corporate level
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.
At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under "Our Commitment to You". Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. $33.30 - $51.60 USD Hourly plus incentives.
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At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates' well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
Annual Bonus
Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
Health and Well-being Benefits
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability insurance
Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapy
Emotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
MetLife Legal Plan
Group auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Discounts on products and services
Academic Achievement Scholarship
Service Recognition Awards
Employer matching donation
Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
Adoption assistance
Backup day care and eldercare
Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
Bereavement leaves
Military leave
Personal leave
Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
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.
You will learn and work 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. And through the organization's investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.
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 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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Primary Work Location
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