Joe Budzinski

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Director of Operations at Applied Plastics

Bellingham, Massachusetts, United States

Overview

Joe Budzinski is a motivational leader and the Director of Operations at Applied Plastics, with deep expertise in medical device manufacturing and global supply chains from his extensive tenure at Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Described as an accomplished and thoughtful leader, he has a strong record of launching new products and integrating technology. He holds a Masters from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Beyond his primary focus on the medical device sector, Joe has a keen interest in the aerospace and defense industries. He is driven by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, extending his focus to areas like sustainable supply chain management and talent development.

He has co-authored publications on advanced manufacturing techniques, including the effects of powder reuse in selective laser sintering for orthopedic metals.

Personality Overview

Optimistic

Non-Confrontational

Amiable & Agreeable

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.  They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Medical Device Innovation
His career at Johnson & Johnson and Applied Plastics is centered on advancing medical device manufacturing, including new product introductions and technology integration.
Supply Chain Optimization
A core theme of his professional headline and experience, with a focus on cost-effective, practical solutions in areas like insourcing, outsourcing, and M&A.
Design for Manufacturing
He has presented on implementing innovative workshop-oriented Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) processes while at Johnson & Johnson.

Media Appearances

Joe has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2023
Director of Operations at Applied Plastics
1-2022
Product Management Lead, Technology Integration and Design for Excellence at Johnson & Johnson MedTech
7-2015 - 12-2021
Director, New Product Introduction Instruments, Supply Chain Product Management at Johnson & Johnson MedTech
1-2007 - 7-2015
Business Group Manager, Global Development Center (GDC) at Johnson & Johnson MedTech
12-2002 - 12-2006
Business Group Manager for Foundry, Polish, Trauma, and Raynham Tool Crib at Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Education

Master's Degree from University of Colorado Boulder
Bachelor of Science from University of Notre Dame

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Insights For Selling To Joe

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers

DONT's

  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Avoid overloading them with too much information
  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joe is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joe

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joe move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Joe take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Joe

Personality Compatibility


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