Sr. Director, Strategic Planning & Chief of Staff; Endoscopy), US Remote

A Day in the Life

The Endoscopy Operating Unit is redefining gastrointestinal healthcare through purposeful innovation. We focus on the early detection and treatment of GI cancers and chronic diseases, addressing unmet clinical needs with technologies that are reshaping standards of care and improving outcomes for millions each year. The position will be responsible for serving as the strategic and operational partner to the Endoscopy President, driving execution of growth strategies, leading business development (BD) integration efforts, enabling transformation initiatives, and managing leadership team operations to accelerate Endoscopy vision.

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. This role will require 20% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.

• Strategic Planning:
  Develop and execute Endoscopy's 3-5 year growth plan and immediate FY26 priorities. Align OU strategies with enterprise priorities. Lead annual and long-range planning processes.
• Business Performance Management:
  Establish clear operating mechanisms to track performance against financial, operational, and strategic goals. Identify risks and drive corrective action.
• Transformation Leadership:
  Lead strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, organizational effectiveness, and innovation readiness.
• BD Integration:
  Partner with Strategy, BD, and functional leaders to integrate acquisitions and partnerships seamlessly into Endoscopy's business model and structure.
• Chief of Staff Functions:
  Manage leadership operating rhythm (LT meetings, quarterly business reviews, offsites). Synthesize information for decision-making. Drive follow-up and accountability.
• Talent and Organization Enablement:
  Partner with HRBP to support leadership team development, succession planning, and capability building aligned with Endoscopy's strategic needs.

Minimum Requirements:

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of strategic planning, business operations, BD integration, or consulting experience.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing teams or large cross-functional programs.
• Proven ability to lead transformation and change management.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, and influence skills.

• Healthcare, medtech, or regulated industry experience preferred.

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.

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.

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) : $ - $ 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.

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…