Principal Supply Chain Planner

Medtronic; La Fayette (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Medtronic is hiring a Principal Supply Chain Planner to lead long-term planning that supports growth, continuity, and the reliable delivery of life-changing medical technologies.

You will analyze capacity, demand, and production capabilities while working across Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Commercial, and Engineering to translate data into actionable strategies and coordinated execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in supply chain planning, production planning, demand planning, capacity planning, or network optimization.
• Experience supporting new product launches or supply network changes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze capacity, demand, inventory, and production capabilities to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support production-location decisions, capacity planning, new product launches, and supply network changes.
• Monitor planning metrics, cost-to-serve data, and overall supply chain performance.
• Translate data into clear recommendations and action plans.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve supply chain effectiveness and continuity.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Commercial, Engineering to resolve supply challenges.
• Develop contingency plans for capacity constraints and disruptions.
• Drive process improvements for planning accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide guidance to supply chain colleagues and cross-functional partners.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Data analysis

ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Advanced degree (MS/MBA) in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

MS Excel

Job description

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

As a Principal Supply Chain Planner at Medtronic, you will lead strategic supply chain planning that supports business growth, operational continuity, and the reliable delivery of life-changing medical technologies.

You will analyze capacity, demand, production capabilities, and network performance to guide long-term planning and production decisions. Working across Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Commercial, Engineering, and other functions, you will translate complex data into actionable strategies and coordinated execution.

This is a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze capacity, demand, inventory, and production capabilities to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support production-location decisions, capacity planning, new product launches, key events, and supply network redesigns.
• Monitor sales and operations planning metrics, cost-to-serve data, and overall supply chain performance.
• Translate data and business requirements into clear recommendations and action plans.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve supply chain effectiveness, execution, and operational continuity.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Commercial, Engineering, and other teams to align priorities and resolve supply challenges.
• Develop contingency plans to address capacity constraints, supply disruptions, and changing business needs.
• Drive process improvements that strengthen planning accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to supply chain colleagues and cross-functional partners.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience OR
• An advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant experience

Nice to Have: Preferred Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in supply chain planning, production planning, demand planning, capacity planning, or network optimization.
• Experience supporting new product launches or supply network changes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience using ERP, supply planning, and data-analysis tools.
• Knowledge of sales and operations planning, inventory management, and cost-to-serve analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Experience in medical devices or another regulated manufacturing environment.

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):$109,600.00 - $164,400.00This 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

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.

If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may