Careers that change lives
Location: minneapolis, mn, medtronic hub location or remote within u.sConsidered the senior director, executive development & operating unit learning reports to the vp, global learning and leadership development and is medtronic`s key leader for executive development (vps+) and supporting the growing learning needs of medtronic’s operating units (ous)This position will collaborate with our most senior leadersThis position will lead a small team, work in a matrix environment with other team members and vendors, with the desire to grow the team over timeAdditionally, this role will be supported by the digital learning & design team and learning operations team to provide access to innovative tools and overall program supportA strong foundation has been laid on executive development and ou learning and this position represents an opportunity for a leader to innovate and make it their own with organizational supportThe senior director, executive development & ou learning will leverage the newly architected medtronic mindset and will help to advance development to the next level at medtronicThis role has two areas of focus: executive developmentMedtronic has ~500 vps+ around the world, with varied development needsThis position will develop a roadmap, initial pilots, and build an executive development portfolio over timeWe want to push on traditional approaches and leverage the best of people science and tech to innovate this space and emerge as the leader for executive development in the healthcare sector – helping us attract and retain key leadersOu learningMedtronic recently reorganized into twenty different ou`s, each with significant decision-making authorityThis decentralized model is intended to help us “play big” (getting the benefit of our scale), and “play small” (moving with speed)This position will consult on and structure the most critical learning investments for the ous, supported by the global learning team and vendor partnersThis position will enable medtronic’s business strategies by accelerating its workforce capabilities, positioning medtronic as a world class academy company for developing leadersThe senior director will have a global mindset and will work collaboratively across executive leadership, talent management and leadership development executives, business and hr leaders, employees and external partners to promote a skilled and responsive workforce to enable medtronic to deliver on its mission of alleviating pain, restoring health and extending lifeThis role will directly impact medtronic’s strategic mission by bringing tenet 5 to life: “to recognize the personal worth of employees by providing an employment framework that allows personal satisfaction in work accomplished, security, advancement opportunity, and means to share in the company`s success.” a day in the life
Plan and identify executive development solutions using a wide range of solutions (assessment, formal learning, coaching, personalized development, etc.).
Consult with ou business leaders and hr teams on solutions that drive learning and performance outcomes
Partner with talent management, executive committee, and leadership advisory panel to align enterprise strategies and business needs with medtronic leadership development programs.
Manage vendors and preferred partners
Input to design of global and officer meetings
Develop and maintain positive relationships with external vendors, partners and professional organizations; position medtronic for external recognition in order to attract and retain the best talent.
Directly impact medtronic`s strategic mission by bringing tenet 5 to life and enable medtronic`s business strategies by accelerating its workforce capabilities at all levels, positioning medtronic as a world-class academy company for developing leaders.
Enable inclusive and diverse culture and outcomes.
Must have: minimum qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required and 15+ years in talent coe (talent management, learning & development, or organizational development) professional experience in progressively more responsible positions or advanced degree with 13+ years professional experience in progressively more responsible positionsExperience in global environment required.
10 years of managerial experience.
Specialized experience:
Demonstrated experience in independently managing projects, playing a leadership role in a matrix environment, coaching and counseling employees and managers regarding work related challenges such as motivation, performance improvement and development
Demonstrated experience in successfully translating business priorities and developing and implementing people strategies to achieve business objectives.
Experience with executive assessments and development plans.
Experience in high-growth industries (e.g., tech, professional services, life sciences, etc.).
Outstanding business acumen – become an expert in the healthcare technology sector and apply expertise to prioritization/decision making
Nice to have
Advanced degree (mba, i/o psych, economics, hr, etc.) highly desirable.
Strategic leadership/decision-making/analytical skills – demonstrated ability to be a strategic business leader, facilitating clients and the business overall to achieve objectives and improve effectiveness
Drive for results – exceptional project management/organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities; can translate business strategies into actionable people strategies.
Ability to market offerings and development measures for impact and value
Building successful working relationships –strong consultative skills; ability to partner with senior leaders in multiple functions and organizations.
About medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwideAt medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend lifeWe challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterdayIt is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our teamLet’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ livesHelp us shape the future.
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 jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsFor office roles: while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobileThe employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workersContact 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)
