Program Director, EPT Field Strategic Operations & Initiatives

Medtronic plc; Mounds View (MN); On-site; USD 164,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Long-term disability leave

Tuition assistance/reimbursement

Simple Steps (global well‑being)

Job summary

Medtranic plc is seeking a Program Director, EPT Field Strategic Operations & Initiatives to partner with the VP and leadership to translate priorities into actionable plans and measurable milestones. The role oversees a portfolio of strategic initiatives, tracks progress, and manages dependencies and resources to enable successful execution.

The position requires extensive experience in cross-functional programs, executive-level communication, and the ability to influence without direct

Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and 7+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience and 7+ years of managerial experience).
• 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.
• Proven 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

• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans with milestones and accountability.
• Oversee portfolio of strategic initiatives, prioritization, progress tracking, risks, and resources; facilitate issue resolution.
• Identify and incorporate emerging business trends and priorities.
• Establish and improve operating mechanisms to enable execution and results.
• Develop executive dashboards, status updates, and operating reviews for visibility into performance.
• Lead planning and execution for leadership meetings, off-sites, annual planning, and quarterly business reviews.
• Lead and execute special projects and strategic analyses, driving recommendations and implementation.
• Support transformation, change management, and process improvement to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Build alignment across EPT teams and business partners through clear communications and cross‑functional collaboration.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Influencing without authority

Data-driven decision making

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Project management tools

Job description

Program Director, EPT Field Strategic Operations & Initiatives

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Nov 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

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 to drive alignment, execution and outcomes. The role is responsible for establishing and leading operating mechanisms that enable the team to execute strategic objectives. The role oversees key initiatives, provides clear visibility into progress, risks, and resource needs, and ensures accountability for deliverables. The role 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. 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 are working onsite a minimum of 4 days per week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross‑functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

Key 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, prioritization, tracking progress, dependencies, risks, and resources; facilitate issue resolution and expedite 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.

Qualifications Required

Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and 7+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience and 7+ years of managerial experience).

Preferred

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.

Proven 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.

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):$164,000.00 - $246,000.00. 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
• 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)
• 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.

For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support. This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here.

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