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Sr Director, Training & DevelopmentMedtronic Plc • San Antonio, TX, US
Sr Director, Training & Development

Sr Director, Training & Development

Medtronic Plc • San Antonio, TX, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Director Of Training & Development

Medtronic Diabetes is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Training & Development to lead the transformation of learning and development (L&D) across the Americas region. This strategic leadership role is responsible for designing and executing a high-impact learning ecosystem that leverages cutting-edge technology, AI-powered tools, digital content, and remote learning platforms to drive commercial excellence.

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

  • Develops overall organizational training and development roadmap.
  • Works across the matrixed organization to understand the vision, mission, and needs to create and execute a strategic plan to meet or exceed organizational goals.
  • Obtains information needed to prepare in-house training programs; prepares training materials; develops course content; determines methodology; and coordinates the development of training aids.
  • Ensures training program(s) meets company and customer objectives through measured KPIs / OKRs.
  • Maintains communication with customers to ensure effectiveness of training.
  • Hire, retain, and lead a team of professional trainers with technical expertise.
  • Continuously improve lesson plans to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date.

Leadership

  • Accountable for leading teams through an engaged blend of strategic, operational, and tactical activities within training and development.
  • The Senior Director will oversee multiple managers or large, complex teams, often with six or more direct reports and broader indirect influence across the organization.
  • A significant portion of time is devoted to shaping functional direction, overseeing execution of strategic priorities, and ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide goals.
  • Senior Director is responsible for organizational performance, workforce planning, and structural optimization, as well as developing and executing plans that drive business outcomes and elevate team capability.
  • This responsibility will span the Americas with close partnership and coordination with the International team.
  • Autonomy :

  • Leads with strategic independence, designing and executing enterprise-wide learning initiatives that align directly with organizational goals while minimizing reliance on day-to-day oversight.
  • Empowers cross-functional teams to innovate and implement scalable training programs, fostering accountability and ownership at every level of the organization.
  • Exercises sound judgment and data-driven decision-making to prioritize resources, measure impact, and continuously evolve the learning strategy in response to business needs.
  • Organizational Impact

  • Elevated workforce capability and performance across the Americas by developing a cohesive training strategy that aligned regional needs with global priorities, driving measurable improvements in productivity and customer experience.
  • Build a culture of continuous learning and leadership readiness, enabling talent mobility and succession across multiple functions and geographies.
  • Delivered scalable, data-driven enablement programs that accelerated onboarding, improved sales effectiveness, and reduced time-to-proficiency for critical roles.
  • Partnered with executive and business leaders to translate strategic goals into actionable development initiatives, ensuring organizational readiness to achieve growth and transformation objectives.
  • Innovation & Complexity

  • Pioneer the adoption of advanced digital learning ecosystems, integrating AI-driven analytics, adaptive learning pathways, and CRM-linked training dashboards to deliver personalized, scalable development experiences.
  • Transform training delivery through technology innovation, shifting from traditional classroom models to blended, on-demand platforms that increase learner engagement and reduce program delivery costs across the Americas.
  • Develop data-enabled sales enablement frameworks that link learning metrics to revenue performance, improving sales productivity and accelerating pipeline conversion.
  • Lead complex, cross-regional modernization initiatives, harmonizing digital tools, content strategy, and governance models to ensure scalability, compliance, and consistent learner experience across diverse markets.
  • Communication & Influence

  • Drives alignment across a highly matrixed organization by translating complex strategic priorities into clear, actionable learning and development initiatives that resonate with regional and functional leaders.
  • Influences senior executives and key stakeholders through data-informed insights and compelling storytelling, securing sponsorship and investment for large-scale transformation programs.
  • Champions change agility by communicating a clear vision for workforce capability during periods of organizational transformation, fostering engagement and resilience across diverse teams.
  • Builds strong cross-functional partnerships that bridge global and regional priorities, ensuring consistent messaging, alignment on outcomes, and shared accountability for business impact.
  • Leadership & Talent Management

  • Cultivates high-performing, agile teams that thrive in a dynamic, matrixed environmentempowering leaders and subject matter experts to drive innovation, accountability, and business impact.
  • Leads organizational transformation through talent strategy, aligning leadership development, succession planning, and capability-building initiatives with enterprise growth objectives.
  • Develops and mentors emerging leaders across regions and functions, fostering a pipeline of future-ready talent equipped to navigate complex change and deliver sustained results.
  • Partners with senior leadership to embed a culture of continuous development, ensuring alignment of people strategies with transformation goals and promoting engagement at all levels of the organization.
  • Preferred Knowledge & Experience

  • Extensive experience leading large-scale learning and development strategies across diverse geographies, with a proven track record of driving workforce capability, performance, and business results.
  • Deep expertise in instructional design, digital learning technologies, and enablement platforms, including learning management systems (LMS), learning experience platforms (LXP), and data-driven analytics tools.
  • Demonstrated success operating in complex, matrixed organizations, influencing senior leaders, and aligning regional initiatives with global transformation and growth objectives.
  • Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to connect talent and learning strategies to measurable outcomes in sales growth, customer experience, and operational excellence.
  • Must Have Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of relevant experience with 10+ years of managerial experience
  • Or, advanced degree with 13+ years of relevant experience with 10+ years of managerial experience
  • Physical Job Requirements

    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.

    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) : $207,200.00 - $310,800.00 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.

    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

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