Principal Market & Competitive Intelligence Analyst

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 14 Sep 2026Careers 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 95,000 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 LifeInterventional Cardiology Therapies (ICT) brings together Medtronic’s Structural Heart, Coronary, and Renal Denervation businesses to support interventional cardiologists and heart teams with a connected, patient-focused approach. We offer a comprehensive, integrated portfolio of products aligned around the needs of the interventional cardiology service line, including innovative solutions that support the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, the restoration of structural heart functions, and the management of hypertension.  Together, we are strengthening our impact and helping shape the future of cardiovascular care. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.  This position will be based in Mounds View, MN.As part of the ICT business, Coronary therapy team is seeking a driven Principal Market and Competitive Intelligence Analyst. In this high impact role, the Analyst will provide financial forecasting, strategic planning, and investor-facing deliverables—core processes that require continuity and precision to support business performance. The Analyst functions as a central integrator across strategy, finance, and therapy teams, ensuring alignment on key assumptions, timely delivery of insights, and informed decision-making at the leadership level. Role and Responsibilities Apply financial modeling and top-down forecasting expertise to deliver insights, scenario analyses, and decision support, leveraging tools such as Excel (CONTROL, Enrich, market models), Power BI, GSR, and Anaplan. Support/lead preparation of key strategic deliverables including but not limited to: Strategic Plan, rolling forecasts (AOP, 7Q, 10Q), Prepare Investor Relations materials using inputs from multiple data sources, in close collaboration with cross-functional partners (Coronary General Manager, Therapy Teams, ICT Finance Team, ICT Strategy Team). Ensure accuracy and alignment with financial and operational targets. Support strategy/innovation opportunity assessments and prioritization process by analyzing competitor dynamics, assessing industry trends, and leveraging internal and external research and data to inform growth strategy and investment decisions. Build and maintain strong cross-functional and regional relationships, enabling alignment and timely delivery of key inputs. Translate complex data and analyses into clear, compelling narratives that align with and advance Coronary objectives. Develop and synthesize market, competitive, and portfolio analyses to inform strategic choices and long‑range planning. Serve as a strategic thought partner to Strategy/Innovation team members and cross-functionally. Must Haves, Minimum Requirements; To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile. Bachlelors Degree Minimum 7 years financial modeling and top-down forecasting experience. Or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years financial modeling and top-down forecasting experience. Nice To Have Medical Device industry experience. Demonstrated market, competitive, and portfolio analysis Strong project management skills, accountability to meeting timelines Proficiency with analytics systems such as PowerBI and Tableau Data automation experience 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 RequirementsThe 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 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. ‌Recruitment Fraud AlertWe are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind: Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses. Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments. If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at View email address on click.appcast.io. ‌Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA 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):$123,200.00 - $184,800.00This 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. 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:Medtronic benefits and compensation plansIt is the policy of Medtronic 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, 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.If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. 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