Program Dir, Core Team Leader – General Surgical Technologies, Hernia Mesh portfolio

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 LifeThe Core Team Leader (CTL) for Hernia Mesh portfolio is the cross-functional business leader, accountable for decision-making within development projects using the Core Team model. The Hernia Portfolio accounts for ~400M$ in revenue for the Surgical OU and this CTL role will lead the Hernia Mesh Innovations Core Teams to bring laser focus to delivery of business outcomes that are aligned with the General Surgical Technologies business strategy. The CTL is accountable for all aspects of the Core Team project(s), including the formation of high-performance teams that are adept at project planning and execution for the predictable delivery of reliable solutions for commercial release. The CTL also plays a significant partnering role in mentoring and developing Core Team Members so that they operate as an effective cross-functional team. They are the primary champion for overcoming barriers, driving decisions and creating a culture of empowerment in the broader organization.Position ResponsibilitiesBusiness Leadership:Strategic planning - Cast a compelling vision and define a strategy to meet it, including alignment with other Operating Unit functions.Operational planning – Lead and coordinate Core Team(s) actions required for all business planning cycles.Stakeholder Management - Accountable for all Core Team communications with key sponsors and stakeholders.Best Practice Process Leader - Champion DRM practices and drive the collection of high-quality VOX input to define solutions that optimize business outcomes.Cross-Functional Leader - Effectively leverage the Core Teams(s) as the primary vehicle for working in a project-centric, cross-functional matrix.Program Leadership:Accountable for the formation of high-performance, cross-functional Core Teams.Accountable for ensuring that Core Team(s) are focused on predictability through rigorous planning and execution of project baselines including scope, cost, schedule, resources, risk, and quality.Accountable for providing leadership on key project decisions surrounding change control, trade-offs, etc. - arbitrate and resolve escalated issues.Accountable for championing resource management discussions with functional organizations to ensure that all Core Teams are staffed to be successful.Accountable for ensuring that the Core Team(s) achieve contracted commitments and performance metrics.Accountable for the development and execution of market commercialization plans and releases to all markets that are in scope.Talent Development Leadership:As part of Core Team development, leverage the talents of individual Core Team Members through role definitions within the team.Mentor and coach Core Team Members as part of a cross-functional partnership with functional organizations to build a sustainable pipeline of talent.Create and cultivate an empowered culture where Core Team Members are encouraged to think critically and make decisions – build competency and capability across the core team.Required Knowledge and Experience:Requires advanced management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-department project teams or manage across multiple functions.Typically has mastery of mechanical engineering competencies, or broad expertise across multiple related disciplines.Has good knowledge of marketing and/or commercial best practices.Knowledge of portfolio management and good understanding of portfolio strategic decisions.Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A).Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience with 10+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum 13 years of relevant experience and 10+ years of managerial experience.Demonstrated executive leadership presence.Proven oral and written communication skills.Proven analytical and critical thinking skills.Financial acumen.Desired/Preferred QualificationsMedical Device industry experience- knowledge of new product development, DRM, clinical trial management, quality systems, global regulatory experience.Experience developing solutions for surgeons – specifically using open, laparoscopic, endoscopic and/or robotic approaches.Advanced degree such as MS, MBA, with strong financial acumen.Knowledge of patient safety, quality, clinical research, strategic planning.Strong “influence management” skill set demonstrated in a corporate environment.Demonstrated success in effectively managing teams, executing on projects, and communicating expectations.Demonstrated ability to lead collaboratively in a diverse, global, matrixed organization.Knowledgeable of U.S. Food and Drug Law and WW regulatory, device safety and/or regulatory/clinical research.Physical Job RequirementsThe 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.Benefits & CompensationMedtronic 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. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) and an annual long-term incentive plan.About MedtronicWe 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 90,000+ 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr