Senior Director, Healthcare Policy and Market Access, Specimen Management
Company websitebd.com (Becton Dickinson, opens in new tab)
Base salary $230,300 to $368,500
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Franklin Lakes, NJ
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- LocationFranklin Lakes, NJ
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About this job
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
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.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
· Business Integration:
o Align healthcare policy and market access initiatives with commercial goals, pipeline priorities, and innovation/growth targets. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior business leadership, translating policy risks and opportunities into actionable business strategies.
· Strategic Healthcare Policy Leadership:
o Develop and deploy forward-looking healthcare policy strategies that anticipate global trends, regulatory shifts, and business imperatives. Deliver clear, actionable insights in partnership with the broader Public Affairs team to inform business decision-making.
· Market Access Advancement:
o Shape and execute global access strategies that address payer dynamics, pricing pressures, and evolving value frameworks. Ensure alignment with product lifecycle planning and commercial strategy. Partner with Market Access teams globally to maintain, expand, and accelerate access to BD SM technologies. Oversee the development of payer value tools,
HTA materials, and policy positions. Collaborate with Medical/Clinical Affairs, HEOR, and Marketing to guide evidence generation and sharpen economic value narratives.
· Global-Local Coordination:
o Act as a strategic partner to commercial, marketing, and product development teams to embed policy and access considerations into go-to-market and launch plans. Drive global consistency while enabling tailored regional execution through close collaboration with international and regional Public Affairs teams.
· Stakeholder Engagement:
o Strengthen relationships with key external stakeholders, including customer associations, professional societies, and patient advocacy organizations, to advance policy and access priorities. Enable strategic engagement across physician and patient-facing organizations critical to BD SM success.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP:
· Effectively partner and collaborate as the SM business unit lead and as part of the broader BDX Policy and Market Access team
· Participation on Global Platform Leader forum/s
· Partner with Regional Marketing leaders to ensure / drive key strategic initiatives; collaborate with SM Leadership to coordinate SM-wide initiatives and drive execution
· Manage and optimize expense budgets to achieve business goals and objectives.
· Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
· Flexibility to travel within US to other BD locations and customer sites up to 50% of the time.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
· Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in public affairs, encompassing public policy, market access, and/or government relations within a multinational healthcare sector; MedTech or medical device experience strongly preferred.
· Proven track record leading global policy shaping and payer engagement that deliver measurable business impact across global and U.S. markets.
· Deep expertise in U.S. healthcare policy and reimbursement, with a strong understanding of global health systems and access dynamics.
· Strategic and commercially minded leader with the ability to translate healthcare policy and access imperatives into business growth and innovation opportunities.
· Exceptional communicator and coalition-builder, skilled in navigating high-stakes policy environments and influencing diverse stakeholders.
· Demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing, collaborative teams across global and U.S. public affairs functions.
· Bachelor’s degree is required; degree in public policy, public health or related field is preferred.
· English fluency required; additional languages are an asset.
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
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 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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Salary Range Information
$230,300.00 - $368,500.00 USD AnnualSource: Becton Dickinson on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($230,300) is above 97% of the 256 Government Admin & Policy roles nationwide listed on this site. Their median floor is $134,100; the middle half runs from $112,200 to $157,943.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingSenior Director, Healthcare Policy and Market Access, Specimen Management$230,300 to $368,500
Group Vice President - GPO Strategy and Health Systems$223,800 to $358,200
Sr. Director, US Manufacturing - SM$220,700 to $353,100
Senior Director, Transfer Pricing$220,700 to $353,100
Sr. Director, Quality, Dispensing$220,300 to $352,500
BD Excellence Director$211,900 to $339,000
Sr. Finance Director$211,100 to $337,700
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Director, Healthcare Policy and Market Access, Specimen Management (this listing) | $230,300 - $368,500 |
| Group Vice President - GPO Strategy and Health Systems | $223,800 - $358,200 |
| Sr. Director, US Manufacturing - SM | $220,700 - $353,100 |
| Senior Director, Transfer Pricing | $220,700 - $353,100 |
| Sr. Director, Quality, Dispensing | $220,300 - $352,500 |
| BD Excellence Director | $211,900 - $339,000 |
| Sr. Finance Director | $211,100 - $337,700 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-10
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
$230,300.00 - $368,500.00 USD Annual
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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