IT Program Director Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 Oct 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain restore health and extend life. Our 95000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72 million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose growth and impact.

A Day in the Life

At Medtronic we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we -person exchanges are invaluable to our At Medtronic we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. The person selected for this role must be based in the United States.

As the IT Program Director supporting Mergers Acquisitions & Divestitures you will lead technology strategy and execution across the full transaction lifecycle from due diligence and sign-to-close planning through Day 1 readiness integration or separation and post-close value realization. You will manage multiple concurrent transactions including tuck-in acquisitions joint ventures strategic partnerships carveouts and divestitures while serving as a trusted advisor to Corporate Development business leaders and senior IT executives spanning Medtronics transaction portfolio.

At Medtronic we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. We believe that when people from different cultures genders and points of view come together innovation is the result and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion diversity and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong are respected and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communications to achieve long-term sustainable impact. Anchored in our Mission we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.

Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions were a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to be a part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We encourage and support your growth with the training mentorship and guidance you need to own your future success. Together we can transform healthcare. Join us for a career in IT that changes lives.

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES

Lead IT strategy due diligence risk assessment and execution across multiple concurrent tuck-in acquisitions joint ventures strategic partnerships carveouts and divestitures.

Develop and execute IT integration or separation strategies aligned to transaction objectives business priorities risk profile and value creation goals.

Drive sign-to-close planning Day 1 readiness post-close stabilization and value realization while balancing speed cost risk and enterprise standards.

Guide business and technology strategy and executive decision-making across applications data commercial ERP manufacturing quality operations and supply chain R&D infrastructure cybersecurity domains.

Serve as a trusted advisor to Corporate Development business leaders and senior IT executives by proactively identifying risks driving accountability resolving business and technology decisions influencing transaction outcomes.

Lead executive governance steering committees global matrixed teams and strategic partners to drive accountability deliver committed business outcomes and ensure transparent execution against plans and milestones.

Build and continuously improve the IT M&A execution system including playbooks governance deal data models operating models and execution tools that increase speed consistency accountability risk management and value realization across Medtronics transaction portfolio.

MUST HAVE (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree
• 10 years of experience with a bachelors degree or 8 years of experience with an advanced degree
• 7 years of managerial experience
• Experience leading technology due diligence integration or separation activities for acquisitions joint ventures strategic partnerships carveouts or divestitures.
• Experience leading global cross-functional teams and influencing decisions with Corporate Development business leaders corporate functions and senior IT executives.
• Experience evaluating and transforming business processes operating models and technology capabilities to support transaction objectives business outcomes and value creation goals.

NICE TO HAVE (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in M&A post-merger integration separation business transformation private equity portfolio operations or technology strategy initiatives
• Experience in medical technology healthcare or other regulated industry.
• Experience with ERP commercial manufacturing quality data cybersecurity and related enterprise platforms.
• Experience operating within a large global matrixed organization.
• Experience directing strategic advisory partners.
• Master of Business Administration.

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.

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 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 specialized 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.

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Benefits & Compensation

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):$183200.00 - $274800.00

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.

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