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A Day in the LifeYou will be responsible for coordinating the supply of the Hugo™ RAS System with the requisite field resources to ensure a successful integration of a new surgical robot into a hospital. These activities would include working with Field Technical Services to perform a pre-sale site survey, providing simulators for advanced training of surgeons, coordinating schedule for training of surgeons and staff, identifying the Startup Specialist who will support the hospital’s robotic surgery program, identifying the availability date for a robot from the supply chain, and coordinating with Sales to make commitments to customers.

         

         

LOCATION: Onsite at North Haven, CT, USA 

 

 

CONTEXT 

You will be a key member of Medtronic’s Global Commercial Enablement team – RST (Robotic Surgical Technologies), working to support the commercialization of our Surgical Robotics Platform in the Americas region. The Americas Installation Planning Manager will be a key member of Commercial Enablement Program Management team in the Robotics Surgical Technologies Business Unit, working to drive successful installation of the Hugo surgical robot and Digital Surgery’s touch surgery platform across sites in Americas.  Placement of a surgical robot in a hospital requires coordination of the supply chain with supporting field based resources to ensure successful integration into the hospital’s service lines. This key member will also be an enabler to support installations at clinical trial sites, working closely with customer service, supply chain, field service and various other stakeholders specific to the clinical trials 

Impact patient outcomes. Come for a job, stay for a career. 

Medtronic strives to enable earlier diagnosis, better treatment, faster complication-free recovery, and enhanced patient outcomes through less invasive surgical solutions.  

 

The Robotic Surgical Technologies Business Unit set the standard for Robotically Assisted Surgery (RAS) by creating innovative surgical products and services that focus on surgical procedures of diseases and conditions.  

 

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB 

You will be responsible for coordinating the supply of the Hugo™ RAS System with the requisite field resources to ensure a successful integration of a new surgical robot into a hospital.  These activities would include working with Field Technical Services to perform a pre-sale site survey, providing simulators for advanced training of surgeons, coordinating schedule for training of surgeons and staff, identifying the Startup Specialist who will support the hospital’s robotic surgery program, identifying the availability date for a robot from the supply chain, and coordinating with Sales to make commitments to customers.   

 

Parallel in preparing for our commercial expansion in the Americas region you will be a Key contributor and leader in all activities around Order to Cash. (Project focused work). This is critical task while we onboard new countries in the region and while we are getting ready to launch the US market. 

 

MAIN JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Participate in the Americas sales funnel review process and meet weekly with sales team to review pipeline 

• Coordinate with Field Service to perform pre-sale site inspection and track resolution of any findings that would preclude a sale 

• Review stocking of consumables and re-usable instruments for accounts in the region 

• Determine any pre-sale simulator support requirements 

• Obtain assignment of a Startup Specialist to the account 

• Ensure the account places an order for consumables and re-usable instruments to support initial use of the system 

• Arrange the details of the commissioning including tracking the shipment, notifying Sales, Field Service and the Startup Specialist 

• Coordinate with stakeholders for scheduling and managing pre-delivery site inspection, followed-up with successful installation, working in close coordination with Medtronic and customer field team to complete commissioning of Hugo at the hospital 

• Coordinate any special requests from the account relative to commissioning 

• Maintain metrics and dashboards for process control and transparent communications 

• Continuously improve process: Create/follow standard work, define/measure/improve core metrics, develop/utilize global tools, root cause and implement corrective actions for any misses 

• Coordinate with clinical research and training (CRMS-PACE) to ensure in-person training is scheduled for surgeons and staff. 

• Support import process for certain customers in specific countries within the region by managing clear and accurate documentation readiness 

• Ensure deliverables for order entry for transacting Hugo’s capital, consumables and spare parts order codes are tested and active in Medtronic business systems 

• Coordinate with global and regional distribution centers for customer order fulfillment of consumables and re-usable instruments 

• Lead install management of Hugo at clinical sites in US by coordinating with Medtronic site representative, distribution center, customer service, logistics and project lead 

• OTC leader/contributor for the Americas region supporting the commercial enablement team in the Region. 

 

Key areas of expertise are: 

• Supply chain  

• Capital sales  

• Order to cash 

• Project Management 

 

As part of the Surgical Robotics Installation Planning team, you should be able to: 

• Work independently, yet in close relationship with its Sales, Customer Training, Field Service, Supply Chain, Customer Service and Robotics Systems Utilization team members 

• Communicate clearly and manage expectations in a fast-paced, high stress environment 

• Provide hands-on support and also build processes for scaling up 

Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area.
Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.
Requires a Bachelor's degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

 

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in Sales Support, Marketing Support, or Supply Chain planning 
• Experience working with cross functional team members  

• Experience in outside US markets. 
• Fluent in English & Spanish, Knowledge of French or Brazilian Portuguese would be a plus 

 

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES 

• Knowledge of supply chain planning, including experience in SAP 

• Project planning 

• Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Familiar with SFDC 

• Strong communication skills 

• Presentation skills 

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PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:  

Physical capabilities to perform the job: 

• 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. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.  The employee is also required to use a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers via a variety of media including telephone, email, instant message, and in-person meetings. 

• This position is based out of North Haven, CT.  

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WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

Office environment where the employee would be standing and sitting most of the day at a desk or in a conference room for meetings 

Travel of less than 25% expected. 

The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions of, and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

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 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.

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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):$120,000.00 - $180,000.00

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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. 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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