We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 8 Dec 2025

 

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

Location: San Antonio, TX, or Northridge, CA

Reports to: Director of Global EHS

The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control while spending less time managing their disease.

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Position Summary
 

The Senior, Global Commercial EHS Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs across our commercial operations globally. This role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a proactive safety culture, and supports employee well-being across diverse geographies. This leader will design and sustain a cohesive global framework that integrates EHS commercial and international procedures across all regions and functions. The role requires strong collaboration with senior leaders, site teams, and functional partners to maintain consistent standards and strengthen MiniMed’s EHS performance in a dynamic global environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global EHS strategies aligned with commercial business goals.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to regional and country-level commercial leaders.

• Design and implement global standards for workplace safety, ergonomics, travel health, and incident response.

• Lead occupational health initiatives including mental wellness, medical surveillance, and pandemic preparedness.

• Ensure compliance with international, national, and local EHS regulations.

• Conduct risk assessments and audits across commercial sites and field operations

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs tailored to commercial teams.

• Foster a culture of safety ownership and continuous improvement.

• Partner with HR, Legal, Facilities, and Global Security to align health and safety priorities.

• Represent the company in external forums and regulatory engagements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience, including global commercial environments.

• Strong knowledge of international EHS regulations (OSHA, ISO 45001, REACH, etc.).

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.

• Experience in med-tech, pharma, or healthcare industries strongly preferred.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

• Multilingual proficiency is a plus

Leadership Capabilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment and calm presence under high-pressure scenarios.

• Operates with strategic vision, translating complex risk factors into actionable plans.

• Builds strong, trusting partnerships across functions and geographies.

• Drives accountability, standardization, and continuous improvement across the global network.

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

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