VP Global Delivery Operations
Job Description
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
The Vice President, Global Delivery Operations is a senior executive role responsible for defining, leading, and executing MiniMed’s end‑to‑end global delivery, distribution, logistics, transportation, and trade operations strategy.This role provides enterprise leadership and governance across a highly complex, global distribution network, ensuring reliable product delivery to patients and customers while balancing speed, compliance, cost, risk, and scalability. The VP serves as the single point of accountability for global delivery performance and capability build‑out, working in close partnership with Manufacturing, Quality, IT, Finance, Trade Compliance, and regional leadership.
The role is both strategic and hands‑on, accountable for standing up new capabilities, scaling global operations, exiting TSAs, and embedding a standardized, resilient, and patient‑first delivery model globally.
Key Accountabilities:
Global Delivery Strategy & Leadership
Define and own the global delivery operations strategy, including warehousing, distribution, logistics, transportation, and trade operations.
Translate business, regulatory, and patient needs into a scalable, asset‑light, and resilient global delivery model.
Serve as the executive leader for delivery network design, capability stand‑up, and long‑term optimization.
Operational Execution & Performance
Ensure end‑to‑end accountability for global delivery performance, service levels, and KPIs across all regions.
Drive operational excellence through standardized processes, governance, and performance management.
Balance global standardization with regional execution, enabling flexibility where required by local regulations and market realities.
Network Design, Scale‑Up & TSA Exit
Lead the stand‑up of new distribution centers and logistics capabilities globally, including rapid deployment in parallel across regions.
Own and execute TSA exit strategies related to distribution, logistics, trade, and transportation.
Ensure delivery readiness for new product launches, market expansions, and business model changes.
Trade, Compliance & Risk Management
Provide executive oversight for global trade operations, including import/export compliance, customs, tariffs, and duty optimization.
Partner closely with Quality, Regulatory, Legal, and Compliance to ensure GDP, ISO, trade, and country‑specific compliance.
Proactively manage geopolitical, supply chain, and operational risk, embedding business continuity and contingency planning.
Transportation & Network Flow Optimization
Establish centralized ownership of global freight strategy and carrier management.
Optimize network flow, lane strategies, and control tower capabilities to improve visibility, responsiveness, and cost control.
Drive continuous improvement and cost savings through data, systems, and operational discipline.
Program Management & Capability Building
Provide executive sponsorship for Global Delivery Ops PMO, ensuring disciplined execution of strategic programs.
Drive standardization of systems, tools, master data, and operating frameworks globally.
Build a repeatable, future‑ready delivery model that supports growth and scale.
People Leadership & Cross‑Functional Partnership
Lead and develop a high‑performing global leadership team across regions and functions.
Act as a key partner to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, Finance, Quality, Trade, HR, and regional leaders.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and patient‑first execution.
Scope & Organizational Impact
Global scope across AMER, EMEA, APAC, LATAM, and Greater China
Oversight of multiple regional leaders and global functional heads
Direct impact on patient experience, regulatory compliance, cost, risk posture, and business continuity
Critical role in MiniMed’s post‑TSA operating model and long‑term growth strategy
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
Bachelors Degree and 18+ years experience as a senior executive leading global distribution, delivery, or supply chain operations and 15+ years managerial experience
OR
Advanced Degree and 15+ years experience as a senior executive leading global distribution, delivery, or supply chain operations and 15+ years managerial experience
Nice to Have
Proven track record of standing up and scaling global operational capabilities
Deep understanding of regulated environments (medical devices, pharma, life sciences preferred)
Experience leading complex, cross‑regional organizations with matrixed stakeholders
Strong business acumen with ability to balance strategy and execution
Experience with asset‑light / 3PL‑driven operating models
Exposure to trade compliance, customs, and international logistics
Experience managing TSA exits, transformations, or major operating model changes
Strong change leadership and executive presence
Leadership Profile
Strategic, decisive, and execution‑oriented
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and complexity
Strong influencer across functions and regions
Patient‑centric, compliance‑driven, and risk‑aware
Builder mindset with long‑term vision
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico. Base pay is based on numerous factors and may vary by job-related knowledge, skills, experience, etc. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
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
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$262,500-$437,500
At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.
For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.
MiniMed Benefits Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here.
It is the policy of MiniMed 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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