Global Trade Operations Program Director

Trade Operations Program Director

Medtronic Diabetes is seeking a dynamic and strategic Trade Operations Program Director to lead global trade compliance and operational excellence initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and executing trade strategies across key areas such as HS classification, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, and trade management systems. The Director will oversee a high-performing team, ensure regulatory compliance across global geographies, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive efficiency and alignment with business objectives. This is a high-impact leadership role that supports Medtronic's mission to improve lives through innovative healthcare technology.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

Key Responsibilities : Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and implement global strategies for HS classification, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, and trade systems.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of trade professionals supporting regional and functional trade groups.
• Provide strategic recommendations and updates to senior leadership to align trade operations with business goals.
• Plans, schedules and routes imports and exports, including monitoring the flow of traffic to / from foreign destinations, ensuring related customer service, brokerage and customs transaction compliance.
• Design and execute trade procedures, training programs, and data validation processes and global policies.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations across geographies and content areas.
• Manage trade audits, investigations, and corrective actions related to key trade compliance areas.
• Partner with corporate stakeholders including Tax, Regulatory, Finance, Data & Analytics, IT, and Logistics.
• Collaborate and lead cross functional teams on Trade related policy developments and program execution.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics to enhance visibility and accountability
• Create and implement training materials to ensure global adherence to trade requirements.
• Lead change management initiatives across imports, exports, and regional / functional teams.

Must Have : Minimum Requirements : To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant trade operations experience and 7+ years of managerial experience, OR

Advanced degree with 8+ years of relevant trade operations experience and 7+ years of managerial experience.

Nice to Have :

The 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.

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.

Medtronic 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.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD) : $169,600.00 - $254,400.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification / education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week : Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance / reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees : Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below :

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