**Job Description Summary** **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. If you are someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and aim to deliver a spectrum of strategic and tactical HR support and programs, this is the job for you! In your role as the **Associate HR Director** , you will provide HR leadership and support to the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) Global operations and quality organizations. The role is based in San Diego, CA and reports directly to the Senior Director Human Resources Operational Performance (OP), and indirectly to the Global Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) VP MMS. You will have direct and/or indirect oversight to multiple locations throughout BD, including San Diego, CA, Durham, NC, and in countries throughout Europe and Mexico. You will have key input on the design, development, introduction and/or integration of HR processes, practices, programs and initiatives that contribute to organizational success. As a member of the MMS Operations and Quality Leadership teams, you will provide coaching and strategic guidance in Talent Management and Succession Planning, Organizational Design and Development, Competency Analyses, Training and Development, Team Development, HR services delivery. You will partner closely with appropriate Center of Excellence (CoE) leads, to collaborate with managers on key topics including but not limited to organizational design structure, roles & responsibilities, staffing levels, compensation structure. Providing coaching to operations and quality leaders and supervisors at all levels, providing timely and constructive feedback to help them improve their leadership effectiveness. The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the Associate HR Director in this position and are not all-inclusive: + Drives and supports the Good Jobs Strategy strategic plan along with respective operations leader + Development and implementation of short- and long-term Human Resources strategies aligned with the plant/strategic objectives and HR global strategy + Effectively leverages COEs (Access HR, Talent Acquisition and Talent Management) to provide HR services for the site + In partnership with the RPO, oversees talent acquisition strategy and implementation; including ensuring staffing requirements are met to meet production requirements, hiring people and building talent pipelines + Proactively leads and drives Associate Engagement and promotes Safety initiatives + Ensures that pay practices are equitable, aligned with local market and designed to attract and retain qualified employees with the support of Total Rewards + Works with leadership team during annual Compensation Planning time to ensure alignment of rewards to performance, and that rewards are used as organizational levers + Partners with the leadership team to create an environment where employees are empowered, informed, and are part of the Continuous Improvement of the facility + Leads manufacturing/quality organizational planning and employee development activities. Acts as the talent adviser, facilitator and champion to ensure strong succession pipelines for critical roles + Drives and facilitates all aspects of the annual performance management and development process including coaching leaders on effective documentation practices for good and poor performance. Ensures legal compliance and provide constructive feedback to evaluator to improve quality of evaluation where necessary + Partners with the ASC and AccessHR and consistently meets with both groups to understand ER trends, discuss escalated items etc. to proactively address common issues and themes + Audits and addresses attrition and retention proactively and works closely with AccessHR (when available) to understanding leading and lagging indicators for observed trends + Coaches managers to utilize and manage their workforce through Workday + Identify, initiate, and implement Continuous Improvement in HR service delivery initiatives as well as Plant initiatives + Other functions and special assignments as assigned **Education & Experience Required:** + Bachelor’s degree or above with significant course work in Business Human Resources Psychology or Law + Minimum of ten (10) years of Human Resources related experience with all HR related fields including transformation experience, talent acquisition, retention, reward & recognition, development, organizational planning and design, organizational change etc. Experience working in mid/large complex environments and matrixed organization is preferred as well as multi-site experience. + Five (5) years of management experience **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** + Experience supporting a diverse client group including manufacturing and non-manufacturing clients ranging from hourly operating associates to professional business functions over multi-geographies + Proven ability to assess situations quickly. Develop short- and long-term strategies and implement them in the face of ambiguity + Strategically oriented & results driven including the ability to make decisions in the face of ambiguity + Must have the ability to interact with internal business partners to define, design and develop solutions to HR issues. + Able to manage change through taking a proactive role in bringing about change and following proven change frameworks. + Excellent communication and influencing skills across multiple levels, functions and cultures + Strong working knowledge of all local legal requirements related to Human Resources + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Power Point, Word **HR competencies** + Business Acumen + Organization Design, Development & Effectiveness + Building/Developing High Performing Teams + Leading and Managing Change + HR Integrator, Analytics, and Advocacy + Talent Assessor and Developer 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. **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. Required Skills Optional Skills . **Primary Work Location** USA CA - San Diego TC Bldg C&D **Additional Locations** **Work Shift** 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 (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) . Salary or hourly rate 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 or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. **Salary Range Information** $147,200.00 - $242,900.00 USD Annual 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.