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Medtronic Director of Business Systems in Northridge, California
Careers that Change Lives
Do you have a passion for innovating and developing next generation of Diabetes technology systems and platforms? Are you excited to be a leader of the team that designs technology solutions to transform product quality, customer experience and modernize business processes? If so, you’ll be an awesome team member of our Digital Technology team!
At Medtronic Diabetes (https://www.medtronicdiabetes.com/why-medtronic?utm_source=home&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=see-products#transforming) , we are looking for a technology Director of Business Systems to lead strategy & delivery of solutions for our Diabetes operating unit. Our business systems include platforms and technologies such as SAP, SmartSolve, QMS, Factoryworks, and athenaIDX.
Location: Northridge, CA
Digital Technology – Director of Business Systems
The Director of Business Systems is a leadership role focused on developing and delivering business and technology programs on our ERP and Revenue management platforms.
Diabetes impacts over 500 million (https://www.idf.org/news/240:diabetes-now-affects-one-in-10-adults-worldwide.html) people around the world — that’s roughly one in 10 adults. That means you probably know someone affected by this disease.
At Medtronic, our 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.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Sets the vision, strategy and roadmap of IT Business Systems team serving Diabetes operating unit globally.
Provides technology leadership for those involved in the development, design, delivery, and optimization of Business systems primarily SAP that supports supply chain, quality, manufacturing, finance, and regulatory affairs. Helps to define and develop business value stream blueprint.
Manages team members, vendors, matrixed resources to deliver on Diabetes goals and objectives as it relates to application development and enhancement, large scale business system programs and high performance of SAP platform.
Develops innovative solutions to business problems keeping global perspective and customer centric approach in mind.
Performs analysis, selection, and modification of enterprise systems and application software to meet business needs.
Navigates priorities between transformation programs vs day to-day operational needs to ensure smooth business continuity while driving long term value.
Drives accountability for projects and program deliverables and ensure they meet the commitments made to stakeholders and customers.
Coordinates cross functional delivery of services to user groups and ensures IT service is uninterrupted.
Guides the team to protect the company's data, tools, and information systems.
Ensures infrastructure architecture standards maximize efficiency and support platform compatibility.
Provides motivational, thought, and technical leadership to the team.
Drives innovation across the business area, encouraging best practice and knowledge sharing.
Builds long term strategic relationships and alliances with key internal and external stakeholders.
Communicates and conducts briefings with senior or executive leadership regarding ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.
Produces workforce and staffing plans to accomplish business results. Hire, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
Other duties may be assigned.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree required
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with 7+ years of managerial experience
Nice to Have:
Broad management and leadership knowledge to lead multiple global teams, and detailed functional and operational expertise in digital transformation and customer experience.
Background in information technology and/or technology consulting firms
Proven experience in developing and presenting strategic vision story and corresponding business values to senior leadership and C-suite executives. SAP implementation, Product Go-To-Market strategy, and Global sourcing strategies.
Knowledgeable in (one or more areas) SAP ERP in one or more sub domain areas like Finance and Controlling, Supply Chain, Treasury and Tax, and Forecasting, Revenue Cycle Management systems like athenaIDX, ERP platform integrations with 3rd party tools, and applications leveraging platforms like Mulesoft, WebMethods, SAP Integration suite. Understanding as-is business process, identifying process gaps, and advocating for re-engineering process if needed. Transforming the organization in areas of DevOps, Automation, Cloud/ AI
Experience in leading global teams in medical device, pharmacuetical, healthcare, and/or regulated industry.
Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in a matrix organization and positively influence strategy and outcomes.
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills with focus on improved system performance outcomes and positive business impact.
Strong written and oral communication skills (timely, clear, concise, accurate, conclusive, influential, targeted to audience).
Good negotiation skills to align and work towards shared outcome-based goals.
About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It 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 team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help 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 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 at http://benefits.medtronic.com
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .
The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.
Min Salary
163600.0
Max Salary
245400.0
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.