Sr. Manager, Field Corrective Actions

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Oct 2025

 

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A Day in the LifePosition Overview:
The Senior Manager, Field Corrective Actions is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of field corrective actions (FCAs) related to Medtronic Diabetes products. This role ensures compliance with global regulatory requirements, drives cross-functional collaboration, and oversees the timely execution of field actions to protect patient safety and maintain regulatory compliance.
This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end process for planning, coordinating, and executing field
corrective actions (FCAs), including recalls, notifications, and advisory
notices
- Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for internal
and external stakeholders regarding FCAs
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EU
MDR, Health Canada, etc.)
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Regulatory, Quality, Medical Safety,
Operations, Legal, Marketing, Countries/Regions) to assess, develop, and
implement effective field action strategies.
- Prepare and submit regulatory filings and communications related to field
actions.
- Monitor and report on the progress and effectiveness of field corrective
actions
- Leverage advanced technology/digital tools to enhance FCA processes and
ensure data integrity, traceability and drive continuous improvement
- Lead, coach, and develop team members; train stakeholders on FCA
requirements and best practices
- Support internal/external audits and inspections related to field actions

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or related field with 7+ years of experience in medical device or related regulated industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership/management role OR master’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or related field with 5+ years' experience in medical device or related regulated industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership/management role.

Nice to Have

• Demonstrated knowledge of global regulatory requirements  (e.g., FDA 21 CFR 806, EU MDR) for field actions/recalls

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills

• Excellent written/verbal communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams

• Experience working with FDA, EU, and other global regulatory bodies

• Experience implementing or managing digital solutions for FCA management

• Change management and process improvement experience

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):$168,800.00 - $253,200.00

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.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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