Senior Director, Global Strategy, Governance and Business Process - Acute Care and Monitoring

Medtronic • Lafayette, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at the center of an Operating Unit, partnering directly with the ACM President and leadership team to shape strategy and drive execution at scale. The Senior Director will have broad visibility across the business and the ability to influence priorities, decisions, and outcomes that matter—combining strategic thinking, operational leadership, and people development in one role. For candidates looking to expand enterprise impact, this position provides exposure to senior leaders across Medtronic and the opportunity to lead high‑profile initiatives that advance growth, transformation, and operating excellence. The role is well‑positioned for leaders who enjoy working across functions, navigating complexity, and turning strategy into action. ACM is a critical and growing Operating Unit within Medtronic, delivering innovative technologies that support clinicians and patients across the continuum of care. The business operates in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where clarity of strategy, disciplined execution, and strong operating processes are essential to success. Joining ACM means contributing to a mission‑driven organization at the forefront of healthcare innovation, while helping shape how a complex global business operates, scales, and evolves. This role offers the chance to build lasting impact—on the business, on people, and ultimately on patients worldwide. The Senior Director, Global Strategy, Governance & Business Process is a senior leadership role that drives strategic direction, operating effectiveness, and business process excellence across the ACM Operating Unit. Reporting directly to the Operating Unit President, this role serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, ensuring priorities are clearly defined, aligned, and executed with discipline. This position is also a people leadership role, responsible for leading and developing a small, high‑impact team of business process and strategy experts. The role balances enterprise‑level thinking with hands‑on execution, enabling the ACM organization to operate more effectively while supporting growth and transformation. This role is based onsite in Lafayette, CO.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 15 years of relevant experience, or Advanced degree and at least 13 years of relevant experience
• 10+ years of experience working in finance/strategy/marketing (i.e. competitive analysis, market models, strategic plans and financial models)
• 10 years of experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Experience partnering closely with senior executives in a Chief of Staff, strategy, or enterprise leadership role.
• Proven success leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives in a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect strategy to execution.
• Strategic, enterprise‑minded leader with strong executive presence.
• Trusted advisor with sound judgment and the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Execution‑focused and comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative leader who builds strong relationships across functions and geographies.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
• Candidates must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment (unless the role is Principal-level or above).

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will bring an external lens, drawing on insights from industries such as fintech, telecom, industrial automation, and digital health where software platforms have redefined customer engagement and operational models.
• This role will also play a key part in supporting business development initiatives.
• Knowledge of medical device industry practices, techniques, and standards
• Previous work experience from management consulting firm
• Works and champions ideas at the regional and global level
• 10+ years of experience in strategy, business operations, consulting, finance, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the ACM OU President and leadership team to shape and evolve the Operating Unit’s strategy, priorities, and multi‑year roadmap aligned with enterprise objectives.
• Translate strategy into clear initiatives, milestones, and KPIs; track progress, identify risks and opportunities, and drive course correction as needed.
• Lead strategic analyses related to market trends, competitive dynamics, portfolio optimization, and growth opportunities, both organic and inorganic.
• Support executive decision‑making through insights, scenario planning, and recommendations on investments and resource allocation.
• Serve as Chief of Staff to the ACM OU President, acting as a strategic thought partner and extension of the President’s office.
• Lead the operating rhythm of the ACM Leadership Team, including meeting agendas, materials, decision tracking, and follow‑through.
• Drive alignment and accountability across functional leaders to ensure clarity of decisions and execution against commitments.
• Act as a connector between the Operating Unit, enterprise partners, and key stakeholders.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of core business processes to improve speed, clarity, and execution effectiveness.
• Sponsor and lead cross‑functional initiatives that simplify ways of working, strengthen governance, and improve business outcomes.
• Develop and manage executive dashboards and performance management processes that provide visibility to business health and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with functional leaders to embed sustainable process improvements and change management practices.
• Lead, coach, and develop a small team of business process professionals, setting clear goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Build team capability in strategic problem‑solving, process design, analytics, and executive communication.
• Foster a “Play to Win” culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage resource planning and talent development to meet evolving business needs.
• Establish portfolio management processes to prioritize initiatives based on strategic value, capacity, and impact.
• Provide governance and visibility across critical initiatives, enabling effective trade‑off decisions.
• Lead development of executive‑level communications, including presentations and strategic narratives for internal and external audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Benefits Package
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior