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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Medtronic pioneered the field of neuromodulation with groundbreaking innovations, including the first commercially available spinal cord stimulator for chronic pain, the first deep brain stimulation (DBS) system for movement disorders, and the first implantable drug pump for targeted medication delivery to the intrathecal space of the spine. More than 40 years later, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation, constantly challenging ourselves to disrupt the markets we created. By advancing science with bold thinking and collaboration, we bring together the right expertise to engineer groundbreaking therapies and technologies that transform patient care.
Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident – we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions.
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Careers That Change Lives
The Senior Product Manager is responsible for leading all activities related to post-market product lifecycle management (PLM), including strategy development, execution oversight, and cross-functional alignment. This role ensures that products continue to meet the needs of the Operating Unit (OU) throughout their commercial lifecycle, from launch through obsolescence.
The ideal candidate will possess broad cross-functional expertise and strong business acumen, providing leadership across product development, quality, regulatory, finance, operations, and marketing. The Sr. Product Manager will serve as a key liaison within the OU and across sibling Operating Units, driving product continuity, portfolio health, and lifecycle strategy alignment.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Strategic Leadership
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive product lifecycle sustainment strategies across the portfolio.
Collaborate with functional stakeholders to integrate lifecycle considerations from New Product Introduction (NPI) through product end-of-life.
Influence commercialization and obsolescence strategies based on market dynamics and operational readiness.
Serve as the primary contact for identifying, assessing, and resolving product lifecycle issues, including quality-related concerns.
Cross-Functional Alignment & Execution
Advocate for and secure resources and funding necessary to sustain a commercially viable and competitive product portfolio.
Align key Operating Unit functions on planning, execution, budget management, and issue resolution in support of lifecycle goals.
Collaborate with other OUs and external partners to ensure platform products serve cross-business needs and long-term sustainability.
Partner with Integrated Business Planning (IBP) teams to ensure lifecycle inputs are embedded in short- and long-term planning processes.
Collaborate closely with NPI teams to ensure lifecycle strategies are aligned and integrated into early-stage development and launch plans.
Execution Oversight & Risk Management
Monitor progress of lifecycle sustainment plans, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Manage lifecycle-related project spend, ensuring alignment with financial targets and organizational priorities.
Stakeholder Communication & Governance
Maintain effective communication with OU leadership, cross-functional team members, and functional heads (VPs and Directors) to ensure alignment and transparency.
Establish clear, ongoing communications across all stakeholders—internal and external—on matters of product availability, quality, and continuity.
Develop and lead regular portfolio health reviews and governance mechanisms tailored to various stakeholder groups, including senior leadership.
Create and maintain operational processes that embed lifecycle management at both the inception and conclusion of the NPI process, ensuring long-term product viability is considered at every stage.
Location: Rice Creek. MN (Onsite)
Ability to travel up to: <10%
Must Have (Minimum Requirements)
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a scientific discipline; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
10 years of experience in a highly regulated environment, preferably within the medical device industry is desired.
5 years of experience in Instrument Engineering, Healthcare IT, Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, Operations, or Quality.
5+ years of hands-on experience in medical device product development is desired.
Proficiency with enterprise business systems such as SAP, JD Edwards, and Product Data Management tools (e.g., Enovia, MRCS, Agile).
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.
Proven business acumen with strong strategic planning capabilities.
5+ years of project management experience with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated strengths in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Self-starter with a high degree of initiative and effective influence management skills.
Proven track record of successfully driving projects to completion on time and within scope.
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.
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):$170,400.00 - $255,600.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
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, andSimple 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), andCapital 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
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.
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.
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