Program Director, EPT Field Strategic Operations & Initiatives

Medtronic•Mounds View, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director, EPT Field Strategic Operations & Initiatives serves as a strategic partner to the VP of US EPT National Service and Field Training and the leadership team, driving alignment, execution, and outcomes. The role establishes and leads operating mechanisms that enable the team to execute strategic objectives, oversees key initiatives, provides visibility into progress, risks, and resource needs, and ensures accountability for deliverables. It coordinates planning and leadership reviews and leads projects that address business needs. Working across EPT and other stakeholders, the role connects owners, identifies and resolves barriers, and uses data-based recommendations to support decisions and deliver organizational priorities. The position works onsite a minimum of four days per week to support professional growth and cross-functional collaboration. Medtronic describes its mission as alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life, and highlights its work in healthcare technology and patient-centered innovation.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years of managerial experience; alternatively, an advanced degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years of managerial experience.
For a baccalaureate degree earned outside the United States, the degree must satisfy the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A).
Roles below Principal level require unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment; the posting states that sponsorship is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional, end-to-end initiatives.
Track record of achieving desired business outcomes.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to influence without direct authority and work effectively across all levels of an organization.
Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams.
Experience leading strategic planning or business operations processes.
Background in healthcare, medical technology, commercial operations, field organizations, or training and education.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, and project management tools.

Responsibilities

Partner with the VP and leadership team to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, measurable milestones, and clear accountability.
Oversee the portfolio of strategic initiatives, including prioritization, progress tracking, dependencies, risks, and resources; facilitate issue resolution and escalate barriers to execution.
Identify and incorporate emerging business trends and priorities.
Establish, execute, and continuously improve operating mechanisms to enable execution and business results.
Develop and maintain executive dashboards, status updates, and operating reviews that provide visibility into organizational performance and priorities.
Lead planning and execution for leadership meetings, off-sites, annual planning, and quarterly business reviews, including agendas, materials, decisions, and action tracking.
Lead and execute special projects and strategic analyses, developing recommendations and driving implementation.
Support transformation, change management, and process improvement efforts to strengthen organizational effectiveness and execution.
Build alignment across EPT teams and business partners through clear and consistent communications, executive-level presentations, and cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Life insurance and long-term disability leave for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Dependent daycare spending account and tuition assistance/reimbursement for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Simple Steps global well-being program for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Incentive plans for all regular employees.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match for all regular employees.
Short-term disability, paid time off, and paid holidays for all regular employees.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Employee Assistance Program for all regular employees.
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums, for all regular employees.
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums.