We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 27 Dec 2024

 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES

The preferred working location for this role is the Medtronic facility located in Mounds View, Minnesota; however, a second option would be onsite at another US-based Medtronic facility; as a final option, the individual may also work remotely within the US .

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 if we hope to have 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 – we’re 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.  Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.  Check out the accomplishments of our Women in IT group!  http://bit.ly/MedtronicWomeninIT

A DAY IN THE LIFE

We are seeking an experienced SAP technologist to lead the SAP Development and Delivery capability in the SAP COE.

The role will report to the VP of Global Functions & SAP COE (GFSAP) and be a key member of the leadership team to drive implementation of AI solutions and digital transformation using SAP technology. 

The role will bring SAP technology and implementation experience and expertise to the existing SAP ECC environment and in the transition to S4. 

This hands-on technology leader will be responsible for the strategy, execution, and governance of SAP Development and Delivery within the SAP COE.

The role will :

• Manage and deliver ABAP development team in the current ECC environment and deliver key current projects and programs

• Plan and execute the code migration to S/4 including the transition to clean core using the BTP application development platform

• Implement SAP IS for SAP to SAP integrations.

Additionally, this role is responsible for planning and executing a successful SAP Archiving program (using SAP ILM, Opentext archive) to shrink the existing +40TB SAP single instance to ensure current system performance and prepare S/4 migration.

The role will be responsible for building an on and offshore team to support these initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• The role will lead the preparation, execution, and transition of ECC to S/4 with the goal of moving to clean core .

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for SAP Development and Archiving in the existing SAP ECC environment and plan the move to S/4.

• Hands on manager of the SAP Development team and including ABAP, SAP IS, and Application Development in BTP.

• Lead the transition to a new SAP S4 environment, including custom code cleanup, simplification using standard features, and moving to S4 clean core.

• Direct the S4 preparation archiving initiative to significantly reduce SAP database DB2 size through SAP archiving using SAP ILM and Opentext Archive tools.

• Implement AI technologies in SAP development and archiving to reduce costs and transition time to SAP S4.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with infrastructure, architecture, and functional leaders and teams to drive results.

• Manage large-scale implementations and effectively manage system integrators using fixed price delivery models to help ensure successful outcomes.

• Build and lead offshore teams of developers and technologists to support the SAP COE development and archiving teams and initiatives.

MUST HAVE (Minimum Qualifications):

• 15+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 13+ years of experience with an advanced degree.

• 10+ years of managerial experience

NICE TO HAVE (Preferred Qualifications):

• Strongly Preferred:

• 15+ years hands-on experience implementing and managing global SAP ECC and S/4 applications in large global environments and organizations.

• 10+ years hands on technologist and expert in SAP development languages and platforms. (SAP ABAP, BTP application development, SAP IS integration)

• S/4 migration and implementation experience from a single instance using brownfield, bluefield, and/or greenfield approaches.

• Techno/functional experience of global end to end processes.

• Experienced in planning and executing options in SAP that support mergers, acquisitions and divestitures/carveouts.

• Proven track record of leading technology development teams and driving cross-divisional initiatives in a matrix organization.

• Highly organized, outcome-oriented, with excellent planning and project management skills.

• Exceptional leadership, presence, and executive communication skills (written and verbal).

• Strong influencing and diplomacy skills, with the ability to lead and drive change collaboratively and positively.

• Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and the ability to lead through ambiguity and act with urgency.

• Innovative thinker with a strategic focus and the aptitude to challenge the status quo.

• Experience planning fixed price engagements with system implementation vendors to successfully delivery outcomes.

• Demonstrated financial management of departmental budget and multi-million dollar capital investment projects.

• Must be a self-starter and results driven.

• Must be able lead through ambiguity and act with urgency.

• Excellent leadership, presence, and executive communication skills (written and verbal).

• The preferred working location for this role is the Medtronic facility located in Mounds View, Minnesota; however, a second option would be onsite at another US-based Medtronic facility; as a final option, the individual may also work remotely within the US. Anticipated travel 10-15% to Medtronic sites.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our SAP initiatives and overall business success. If you have the vision, expertise, and passion to lead our SAP COE Development and Delivery efforts, we invite you to apply for this exciting role.

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
 

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):$198,400.00 - $297,600.00

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.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It 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.