Field Inventory Analyst - Charlotte, NC

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 2 Nov 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 Life

• This field-based role is responsible for the execution of US Aortic field inventory strategies and initiatives to achieve Service, Inventory, Scrap, Obsolescence, Gains and Losses (SOGL) and Freight goals in the Atlanta area.
• Serve as the primary district liaison for all inventory-related activities, bridging communication and driving alignment between field-based teams (Sales Representatives, Clinical Specialists, District Managers), customers, and key internal partners, including Global Supply Chain, Distribution, Customer Care, Marketing, Logistics, and IT. Partner across functions to proactively resolve inventory challenges, optimize product availability, and ensure seamless support for customer and business needs while reporting directly to the US Aortic Field Inventory Analyst organization.
• Drive results through strong analytical thinking, organization, and execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Prioritize competing demands, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and quickly adapt to evolving field and business requirements. Leverage cross-training opportunities within the cardiovascular clinical specialist role to expand expertise, increase field impact, and build toward a broader cardiovascular clinical career path.
• The ideal candidate would reside near Charlotte, NC.

This role is 100% field-based, and candidates will be travelling locally for the majority of job duties. Candidates must be able to support overnight/long distance travel when required (25-50%)

Must have valid driver’s license with clean record and subject to regular driver’s license review for compliance purposes

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts.

Field Inventory Management

Own district inventory performance  by driving strategic inventory  decisions and serving as the critical link between customers, field  teams, and internal business partners.

Anticipate, identify, and resolve inventory challenges  to ensure  uninterrupted product availability and support urgent patient and  customer needs.

Lead inventory optimization efforts , including inventory  redeployment, emergent case support, field order fulfillment, short-dated inventory mitigation, stagnant inventory reduction, cycle  count execution, and inventory accuracy improvement.

Ensure the right product is available at the right place and right  time  by partnering closely with District Service Managers, Clinical Specialists, Sales Representatives, and District Managers to delivera flawless customer and patient experience.

Mobilize inventory rapidly during supply constraints  to minimize  disruption, mitigate risk, and maintain business continuity across  the district.

Drive cross functional execution  with Customer Care Supply  Chain Analysts and Field Inventory Program Managers to  accelerate inventory movement and achieve critical business objectives.

Build, influence, and strengthen stakeholder relationships  that  enable collaboration, trust, and successful business outcomes.

Challenge the status quo and champion win win solutions   that balance customer needs, business priorities, and inventory  management strategies.

Leverage data to drive action , uncover trends, identify risks,  escalate issues, and implement solutions before they impact  customers or business performance.

Take ownership of continuous improvement opportunities  by  developing business cases, recommending solutions, and leading  implementation efforts.

Influence adoption and execution of inventory initiatives  across  sales and field organizations through clear communication,  collaboration, and accountability.

Account Consignment Inventory Management

Own inventory health and performance  across customer consignment accounts to maximize availability, accuracy, and compliance.

Conduct, reconcile, and resolve cycle count activities  to maintain  inventory integrity and support accurate business decisions.

Proactively identify and eliminate inventory risks  by managing  expired and short-dated product, coordinating returns, and ensuring  timely  replacement with viable inventory

Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies  by identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and preventing recurrence.

Serve as a trusted inventory advisor to customers , educating and  influencing best practices for inventory management, product  handling, inventory maintenance, ordering, returns, and  replenishment activities

Partner with Customer Care, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams  to drive accurate order fulfillment and deliver exceptional  customer support.

Support commercial growth and operational compliance  by  driving completion of Consignment Agreements and Inventory  Schedules with customers and field sales teams.

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Operational Excellence & Business Support

Respond with urgency during critical business events  by providing on call support and ensuring continuity of customer service  and inventory operations.

Engage directly with customers and field teams  through regular  travel, building strong partnerships and resolving operational  challenges firsthand.

Champion quality and compliance excellence  by adhering to FDA  regulations, SOPs, training requirements, and quality standards  while identifying opportunities to strengthen processes.

Maintain deep product, system, and operational expertise  to  deliver informed recommendations and effective solutions.

Lead process improvement initiatives  that streamline operations,  enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve customer outcomes.

Drive accountability for results , consistently meeting  commitments, resolving obstacles, and communicating proactivelykeep stakeholders aligned

Adapt and execute effectively in dynamic environments , balancing competing priorities while maintaining a relentless focus on  business objectives.

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving ability , quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in complex environments.
• Builds strong partnerships and influences stakeholders  through outstanding communication, relationship management, and customer-focused execution.
• Applies supply chain and inventory management expertise  to improve inventory performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Thrives in an autonomous field-based role , taking initiative and driving results with minimal supervision.
• Successfully manages multiple priorities simultaneously  while maintaining accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.
• Leverages technology and data  to identify trends, inform decisions, and improve operational outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ambition and capability to advance into clinical, sales, or field leadership roles.
• Exercises sound business judgment , drives action independently, and remains calm and effective under pressure.
• Navigates regulated environments confidently , ensuring compliance while continuously improving processes and controls.
• Consistently delivers measurable results , influencing outcomes and exceeding expectations through proactive execution.
• 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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