Distribution Manager - 2nd Shift

Medtronic; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Medtronic in Memphis is hiring for a 2nd shift warehouse role at our Airways Distribution Center. You will oversee shipping and receiving, use our ERP/WMS systems, and ensure accurate materials flow to support patient care.

We value leadership, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration. A bachelor’s degree with experience or an advanced degree with relevant experience is required; international shipping experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3 years of relevant experience (or equivalent non-US degree).
• Experience leading processes, projects and initiatives within a functional area.
• Advanced expertise with cross-functional impact and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a combination of manual and clerical shipping and receiving duties; may work out of a central warehouse.
• Uses computer system for tracking, logging, verifying and reporting.
• Follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routing, schedules and requirements.
• Receives incoming materials or prepares materials for shipment.
• (un)packs or (un)wraps items such as finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, office supplies, equipment, etc.
• Verifies quantity, weight, and conformance of materials to stated identifications; logs receipt of items on system, processes freight bills, packing sheets, and other documents; reports materials shipped and bills of lading; posts weight and shipping charges and routes merchandise to destinations.
• Management Skills: Management of Financial and Material Resources, Critical Thinking, Project Management, Management of Personnel Resources, Collaboration and Productivity Software, Effective Communication Skills.
• Functional Skills: Systems Thinking, Scientific Computing, Quality Management, Technology Awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Critical thinking

Communication

Resource management

Collaboration

Productivity software

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of relevant experience

Advanced degree + 3 years of relevant experience

Tools

WMS/ERP systems

Operational reporting

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 14 Aug 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

Medtronic is hiring in our Memphis Airways Distribution Center, here our employees are helping us deliver on the extraordinary. We require fresh ideas and inclusive insights to maintain our position as an innovative industry leader. That’s why we actively seek, attract, and develop employees who are patient‑centric, passionate, and who reflect the wide variety of life experiences found among our patients.

We’ve been on a three-year journey to modernize our U.S. distribution network and transform how we distribute our products. We’re aiming to elevate the customer experience and generate cost savings with state‑of‑the‑art technology and standardized processes. But none of it can happen without you – the people who power our operations and ensure that our customers receive our life‑saving therapies when they need them.

Onsite: 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 5 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.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Oversees a combination of manual and clerical shipping and receiving duties; may work out of a central warehouse.
• Uses computer system for tracking, logging, verifying and reporting.
• Follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routing, schedules and requirements.
• Receives incoming materials or prepares materials for shipment.
• (un)packs or (un)wraps items such as finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, office supplies, equipment, etc.
• Verifies quantity, weight, and conformance of materials to stated identifications; logs receipt of items on system, processes freight bills, packing sheets, and other documents; reports materials shipped and bills of lading; posts weight and shipping charges and routes merchandise to destinations.
• Management Skills: Management of Financial and Material Resources, Critical Thinking, Project Management, Management of Personnel Resources, Collaboration and Productivity Software, Effective Communication Skills.
• Functional Skills: Systems Thinking, Scientific Computing, Quality Management, Technology Awareness.

Shift

• 2nd shift: 2pm-10:30pm Monday-Friday

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.

• Practical experience leading and executing processes, projects, and initiatives within a functional area.
• Advanced expertise in a specific technical or professional discipline, with awareness of cross‑functional impact.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree plus 3 years of relevant experience (or equivalent non‑U.S. degree meeting 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A))

Nice to Have

• International Shipping experience
• Experience leading supervisors or multi‑shift teams
• Background in continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Advanced experience with WMS/ERP systems and operational reporting
• Exposure to automation or large‑scale distribution operations
• Experience with budgeting, labor planning, or cost management
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration experience (supply chain, transportation, 3PLs)

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.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise‑wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long‑term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$96,000.00 - $144,000.00

This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

• The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: 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, and Simple Steps (global well‑being program).
• The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: 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 (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic)

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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