Sr Program Manager – Global MDR Program Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead the complex EU MDR regulatory transition program for the Surgical Operating Unit to ensure global product availability.
• Define and implement program strategy, governance structures, and decision frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Manage and develop a team of program leaders responsible for key MDR transition workstreams.
• Integrate regulatory, supply chain, operations, quality, and commercial plans to maintain uninterrupted product supply.
• Develop multi-year program plans, including milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage program budgets and lead resource planning for staffing and operational capabilities.
• Partner with senior leadership to facilitate decision-making through clear program insights and trade-off analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading complex cross-functional programs in a matrixed environment.
• 5+ years of experience managing multiple concurrent programs or projects of increasing complexity.
• 5+ years of experience managing program budgets and financial tracking.
• 5+ years of experience leading stakeholder communications across multiple organizational levels.
• 5+ years of experience directly managing or mentoring project managers or program team members.
• Experience in the medical device, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience supporting supply chain, manufacturing, or operational programs related to product lifecycle or market access.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or PgMP certification.
• Direct experience supporting EU MDR or other global regulatory transitions.
• Proficiency with program planning tools such as Microsoft Project or ResourceFirst / PDWare.
• Experience developing program dashboards and reporting using tools like Power BI.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About the Company

Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, dedicated to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life. Our mission unites a global team of over 95,000 passionate people working to solve the most challenging health problems facing humanity through engineering excellence and innovation.