Sr. Director, Strategic Planning & Chief of Staff (Endoscopy), US Remote
MedtronicAbout the role
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
The Endoscopy Operating Unit is redefining gastro intestinal 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.
Key Responsibilities:
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.
Must Have: 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.
Desired/Preferred Qualifications (optional)
Healthcare, medtech, or regulated industry experience preferred.
Physical Job Requirements:
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. (ADA-United States of America).
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. Learn more about our benefits here.
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a long-term incentive plan, which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about Medtronic Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds. Free account required — sign up in 30sApply for this role