Principal Strategic Planning Associate, Mounds View, MN

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Aug 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 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 LifeCareers that Change Lives We are seeking a strategic leader who can translate complex business challenges into actionable strategies, leverage analytics to drive decision-making, and craft compelling narratives that influence stakeholders across the organization. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, data, and organizational leadership, helping advance strategic thinking at both the portfolio and business-unit levels. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical rigor with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. They are comfortable navigating ambiguity, partnering with senior leaders, and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders to achieve enterprise objectives. 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. KEY RESPONSIBILITES: Strategic Planning & Business Advisory Partner with senior leadership to shape portfolio and business strategies that drive growth, performance, and organizational priorities. Identify emerging opportunities, risks, and market trends to inform strategic decision-making and long-term planning. Provide strategic guidance on investments, prioritization, and business initiatives. Analytics, Insights & Storytelling Translate complex quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights and executive recommendations. Develop compelling, data-driven narratives that influence decision-making, build alignment, and accelerate adoption of key initiatives. Lead the development of executive presentations—from story crafting and content synthesis to presentation design—for the Board of Directors, C-suite, and senior leadership. Change Enablement & Strategic Execution Support the successful adoption of strategic initiatives through effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management. Translate strategy into actionable plans, success measures, and operating mechanisms that drive execution and accountability. Monitor strategic performance and recommend actions to improve business outcomes and organizational impact. Must Have: Minimum Requirements- To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile: Baccalaureate with minimum of 7+ years of relevant strategy and managing consulting experience OR an advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant strategy and managing consulting experience. Nice to Have: Proven experience in strategy, business planning, management consulting, corporate development, portfolio management, or a related field. Previous experience within a consulting firm Advanced PowerPoint and Excel Previous Med Tech experience Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into business recommendations. Exceptional storytelling, communication, and executive presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and build credibility across all organizational levels. Experience working with senior executives on strategic initiatives and business transformation efforts. Strong business acumen and ability to connect enterprise strategy with operational execution. About Medtronic: Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be. We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future. Physical Job Requirements: 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. (ADA-United States of America) 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. Learn more about our benefits here. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here. 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). 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. ‌ Recruitment Fraud Alert We 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 Medtro