Sr. Program Manager - Communications Strategy & Integration (Onsite in Fridley, MN)

Medtronic•Minneapolis, MN

5d•$144,800 - $217,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Communications and Corporate Marketing (GCCM) function at Medtronic is responsible for integrated communications that enhance trust, reputation, business growth, and employee alignment. This role, as a Sr. Program Manager on the GCCM Operations team, will report to the GCCM Chief of Staff. The primary function of this role is to translate GCCM priorities into actionable plans, communications, tools, and leader-ready materials to ensure team alignment and project progression. Responsibilities can be handled independently or collaboratively with the Operations team. The ideal candidate possesses strong strategic thinking and execution skills, with experience in translating strategy into actionable plans, preferably within the healthcare or a similarly regulated industry. They should be adept at driving alignment within a matrixed global organization. This role requires a minimum of 4 days per week onsite at the Medtronic Operational Headquarters in Fridley, MN, to foster professional growth and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in executive communications writing, copyediting, and message development
Experience in integrated communications and/or corporate marketing planning
Demonstrated ability to facilitate executive-level discussions, build consensus, and influence outcomes across a matrixed organization without direct authority
Experience applying generative AI and automation tools to content development, workflow optimization, and project delivery
Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information, advise senior leaders, and translate insights into clear communications and recommendations
Experience using measurement, data analysis, and performance reporting to improve program outcomes
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.

Responsibilities

Translate GCCM priorities into actionable program plans with clear milestones, owners, timelines, communications, and measures of success.
Lead or consult on priority initiatives from planning through implementation, such as annual strategic planning, goal-setting and organizational integrations.
Manage program progress, risks, dependencies, decisions, adoption needs, and outcomes; address obstacles and keep work moving.
Prepare dashboards, briefings, presentations, options, and recommendations that help the Chief of Staff and GCCM leadership make informed decisions.
Write and edit executive messages, strategic summaries, talking points, FAQs, status updates, and other materials that make priorities and decisions clear.
Plan and support GCCM-wide communications and forums, including town halls and the Integrated Communications Network, to keep teams informed and aligned.
Partner across GCCM, regions, Operating Units, and corporate teams to gather input, align stakeholders, clarify roles and handoffs, and coordinate execution.
Maintain shared planning resources, including the GCCM resource library, and use AI-enabled tools to improve content development, visibility, and efficiency.