Sr. Director, IT Supply Chain Platforms, Data and Transformation
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Job description
The Senior Director, IT Supply Chain Plan, Build, Run will serve as the strategic technology leader for Medtronic's global supply chain, partnering closely with business executives to drive digital transformation, innovation, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for shaping and executing technology strategy across planning, integrated business planning, logistics, transportation, warehousing, and fulfillment by leveraging modern platforms, data, AI, and analytics to create a more connected, intelligent, resilient, and efficient supply chain. The leader will oversee a broad portfolio spanning business engagement, enterprise architecture, applications, cybersecurity, service delivery, and digital transformation while ensuring technology investments deliver measurable business value and support Medtronic's mission of advancing the future of healthcare., As the Senior Director, IT Supply Chain Plan, Build, Run, you will partner with Global Supply Chain leaders to shape technology strategy and translate business priorities into a multi-year digital roadmap that drives operational excellence and measurable business outcomes. You will lead a global team responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and modern technology solutions across planning, logistics, warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment, while leveraging data, advanced analytics, automation, and AI to improve decision-making, resilience, and end-to-end supply chain performance. Balancing strategic vision with operational execution, you will influence stakeholders across a complex global organization, drive digital transformation initiatives, and ensure technology investments accelerate innovation, business value, and Medtronic's mission., * Strategic Supply Chain Technology Leadership: Serve as the trusted IT advisor to Global Supply Chain leadership, aligning technology strategy, roadmaps, and investments with business priorities across planning, logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
- Digital Transformation, AI & Analytics: Lead end-to-end supply chain transformation by leveraging digital technologies, automation, AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, operational efficiency, decision-making, and measurable business outcomes.
- Technology Delivery & Platform Excellence: Own the delivery, operation, and continuous improvement of critical supply chain applications and platforms, ensuring reliability, security, scalability, service quality, and alignment with enterprise architecture and cybersecurity standards.
- Innovation, Governance & Financial Stewardship: Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and industry-leading practices while maintaining strong portfolio governance, risk management, vendor strategy, business case development, and technology investment accountability.
- People & Organizational Leadership: Build and develop a high-performing global team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and product-focused execution while strengthening business acumen and outcome-driven leadership capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or 13+ years of relevant experience with an Advanced degree
- 10+ years of leadership experience managing global teams and complex technology portfolios.
- 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain IT, including experience in planning, integrated business planning, logistics, transportation, warehousing, and global distribution.
Nice to Have:
- Strategic Technology & Business Leadership: Proven ability to partner with senior executives to develop technology strategies, translate business objectives into actionable roadmaps, and deliver measurable business outcomes in complex global organizations.
- Digital Transformation & Innovation: Demonstrated success leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives, driving cloud modernization, platform transformation, AI adoption, Industry 4.0 capabilities, intelligent automation, and digital product operating models.
- Supply Chain & Operational Technology Expertise: Deep knowledge of supply chain technologies including ERP, planning, transportation, warehouse management, integration platforms, connected operations, smart logistics, and warehouse automation.
- Data, AI & Continuous Improvement: Strong expertise in data, analytics, AI/ML, Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational performance, decision-making, and value realization.
- Enterprise Delivery, Governance & Risk Management: Extensive experience leading cross-functional programs with accountability for adoption, financial performance, vendor management, cybersecurity, compliance, enterprise architecture, governance, and risk management.
- Executive Influence & Change Leadership: Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, lead organizational change, and influence across business and technology functions.
- Talent Development & High-Performance Culture: Committed to developing top talent, fostering innovation, promoting accountability, and creating inclusive, high-performing teams that deliver results while embracing a digital-first mindset.
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.
Benefits & conditions
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):$209,600.00 - $314,400.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.
U.S. Pay Transparency (for SIP, Commission, Hourly Direct, Interns, Executives)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.