Engagement Manager, Quality and Manufacturing

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 21 Aug 2026 At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. About The Role About MiniMed MiniMed is on a mission to transform diabetes management through innovative technology, sharper execution, and a relentless focus on the people we serve. As we establish ourselves as an independent company, we are building a team that can move quickly, work across boundaries, and turn strategic priorities into measurable results. The opportunity We are seeking an Engagement Manager to join the Transformation Office and lead high-priority, cross-functional initiatives that improve how MiniMed operates. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, analytics, and change management. The Engagement Manager will help shape and drive initiatives across the Quality and Manufacturing functions, with a focus on business process simplification, productivity improvement, cost reduction, functional performance, and the practical application of automation and AI to improve workflows and decision making. This role is designed for a strategy-and-execution leader who can structure ambiguous problems, align stakeholders, and drive execution to measurable business impact. The ideal candidate brings a management consulting mindset and is equally comfortable building the business case, storyline, pressure-testing the analysis, and pushing work through to results. The Transformation Office plays a key role in helping MiniMed execute major priorities with speed, rigor, and transparency. This Engagement Manager will help convert strategic intent into operational results by leading initiatives that improve operational performance, execution, and long-term scalability. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, action-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. They should be able to move fluidly between executive-level problem solving and day-to-day execution management and be comfortable making sound recommendations even when data is incomplete, directional or evolving. Responsibilities Transformation leadership Lead high-priority transformation initiatives from problem definition through execution and value realization Build and manage a portfolio of initiatives aligned with MiniMed’s strategic priorities, including cost reduction, gross margin improvement, manufacturing productivity, quality performance, and capability development Translate strategic priorities into clear business cases, workplans, milestones, decision points, risk mitigation plans, and success measures Partner with business and functional leaders to identify opportunities to improve performance, accelerate execution, and remove operational friction Support the Transformation Office in driving execution against the company’s most critical priorities Program execution and operating rigor Build and manage cross-functional operating cadences to track progress, manage dependencies, elevate risks, and maintain accountability Drive disciplined execution across multiple workstreams in a fast-moving, matrixed environment Prepare concise, executive-ready updates that clearly communicate status, issues, tradeoffs, and actions needed Help ensure transformation initiatives move from idea to implementation with clear ownership and follow-through Problem solving, analytics, and business impact Structure ambiguous business problems, identify root causes, and develop practical recommendations grounded in data and business context Evaluate opportunities through a lens of value, feasibility, speed, and organizational impact Define and track KPIs, milestones, adoption indicators, and financial or operational outcomes tied to each initiative Facilitate executive working sessions, opportunity-identification workshops, and decision forums to align stakeholders, resolve barriers, and accelerate execution Use analysis to support decision making, pressure-test assumptions, and help leaders focus on the highest-value actions Work effectively with imperfect or incomplete data, combining available facts, sound judgment, and stakeholder input to move decisions forward Help teams establish practical, decision-useful metrics and reporting that improve visibility, accountability, and execution Cross-functional partnership and change management Work across Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, and Data & Analytics to drive alignment and execution Build strong relationships with stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization and influence outcomes without direct authority Support change management and adoption efforts so new processes, tools, and ways of working are implemented effectively and sustained over time Help teams navigate competing priorities, ambiguity, and organizational complexity while maintaining momentum Partner with business and technical teams to identify where automation and digital tools can simplify work, improve decision making, and unlock productivity What success looks like Transformation efforts translate into measurable outcomes such as cost savings, manufacturing productivity, quality improvement, cycle-time reduction, or improved process performance Critical initiatives are executed with clear structure, stronger accountability, and faster issue resolution Leaders have better visibility into priorities, progress, risks, and business impact Cross-functional teams work together more effectively because decisions, ownership, and governance are clearer New ways of working are adopted successfully and sustained beyond the initial launch Must Have Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, finance, operations, analytics, or a related field 7+ years of experience in management consulting, transformation, strategy, operations, program management, or a similar cross-functional role Experience identifying, structuring, and resolving quality and manufacturing-related business challenges, with measurable impact on performance, compliance, cost, or execution. Experience leading complex initiatives across multiple functions in a matrixed organization, measuring success against aggressive KPIs Strong analytical and financial skills and comfort using data to drive decisions, identify issues, and track outcomes Nice To Have Experience in a top-tier consulting firm, transformation office, corporate strategy team, or internal consulting role Experience in medical device, healthcare, life sciences, or another regulated industry Experience supporting transformation, quality improvement, manufacturing performance improvement, process redesign, or productivity initiatives Familiarity with tools and platforms such as Power BI, Salesforce, SAP, Databricks, JIRA, or equivalent enterprise systems Experience defining KPIs, business cases, governance mechanisms, and executive reporting structures Exposure to change management, process improvement, continuous improvement methodologies, or technology-enabled process improvement Leadership profile Structured and intellectually rigorous Pragmatic and action-oriented Comfortable with ambiguity and pace Low ego, high accountability Strong collaborator and relationship builder Confident challenging assumptions and surfacing tradeoffs Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution #BetterDaysStartNow 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. Benefits & Compensation MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$136,000.00 - $230,000.00 For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $150,000 - $256,000 USD. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI). At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well‑being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long‑term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short‑term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico. For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below. About MiniMed MiniMed Benefits Overview MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes. Learn more about our business, and our mission here. It is the policy of MiniMed 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr MiniMed