Medtronic · 17 hours ago
Sr. Director- Distribution Operational Excellence
Medtronic is a global healthcare technology leader committed to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life. The Sr. Distribution Operational Excellence Director will drive strategic transformation across the global distribution network, enhancing customer fulfillment and optimizing logistics costs while implementing innovative solutions.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Establish and oversee a program management framework that supports Medtronic’s innovation, growth, and profitability objectives
Drive operational excellence by standardizing processes, introducing new tools, and continuously improving efficiency and consistency
Build strong relationships with global stakeholders to secure alignment and ownership of strategies and initiatives
Develop and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of inclusion, engagement, and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of experience in Planning, Distribution, Transportation, Trade Compliance, or Supply Chain Systems; OR an advanced degree with 13+ years of relevant experience
10+ years of managerial experience
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in a world-class supply chain organization, with a focus on operational excellence
Global enterprise experience, with a proven track record of driving process improvements and managing successful change initiatives
Expertise in SAP ERP systems and Supply Chain Management Applications
Experience in a highly regulated industry, preferably medical devices, with global manufacturing
Strong leadership and influencing skills, with a results-oriented mindset
Proven ability to manage departmental budgets and execute strategic plans
Willingness to travel 50-75% of the time
Benefits
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 (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
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