Senior Director Delivery Operations

A Day in the Life

Join our Global Distribution & Logistics team as Senior Director, Delivery Operations, where you will lead the strategy and execution of distribution and delivery operations at our Memphis, TN facility—one of the most advanced hubs in our global network. In this role, you will ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant delivery of life‑saving products, while advancing operational excellence and elevating the customer experience. Our Airways campus supports multiple Medtronic operating units and plays a critical role in ensuring patients receive the therapies they depend on—when and where they need them. This role is based onsite at our Memphis, TN Airways campus and requires a regular in‑person presence five days per week. Given the scale, complexity, and leadership expectations of this position, being onsite enables close collaboration with operations teams, direct engagement with leaders and employees, and real‑time decision‑making to drive performance, safety, and continuous improvement across the distribution center. As the Senior Director, Delivery Operations, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for a 1M+ square foot, temperature‑controlled, highly automated distribution center, driving service excellence, scalability, and continuous improvement across the network. Primary Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end distribution and logistics operations, managing the flow of goods, services, and information from origin through customer delivery to meet service, quality, and regulatory expectations Oversee large‑scale distribution centre performance, including forward stocking locations, cross‑dock operations, and logistics partnerships, ensuring high service levels and operational efficiency Drive operational excellence, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimise processes, reduce waste, and improve total cost of ownership Leverage advanced supply chain technologies, including WMS, TMS, and automation systems, to enhance visibility, scalability, and network performance Partner cross‑functionally with manufacturing, commercial, customer service, and global supply chain teams to resolve delivery challenges and improve fulfillment outcomes Integrate market and operational insights from suppliers, transportation providers, and internal stakeholders to strengthen Medtronic’s competitive position Lead financial performance, managing logistics budgets, identifying cost optimisation opportunities, and balancing service and cost objectives Build and develop high‑performing teams, fostering an inclusive culture while leading through change in a complex, matrixed global environment Ensure compliance within a highly regulated environment, maintaining adherence to quality and regulatory standards Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, or distribution operations within a complex global environment and 10+ years of people leadership experience OR advanced degree with 13+ years of progressive experience and 10+ years of people leadership experience Knowledge of distribution network design and logistics technologies, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and automation solutions For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading large‑scale, highly automated distribution centres Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence methodologies Financial management experience, including budget ownership and cost optimisation initiatives Experience within a regulated industry such as medical technology, healthcare, or life sciences Experience influencing and collaborating across a global matrixed organization 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. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise‑wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal‑level roles and above, where specialised expertise aligns with long‑term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Benefits & Compensation

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$198,400.00 - $297,600.00 This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). 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. 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 programme). Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short‑term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, 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. It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, 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. It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, 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.

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