District Sales Manager, Spine - Chicago, IL

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Jun 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeWe are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.                  As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.Our Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) Operating Unit develops and delivers an integrated ecosystem of spinal implants, navigation and robotic guidance systems, advanced imaging, and data-driven planning tools for complex spine and cranial procedures. Platforms such as AiBLE™ connect these technologies to enhance surgical precision, streamline workflows, and support improved patient outcomes across the globe.At Medtronic, the District Sales Manager, Spine manages the achievement of unit and revenue goals for assigned therapy products in an assigned district. Assists the district and region in achieving overall assigned therapy product sales and marketing objectives. Neuroscience seeks candidates who will meet our customer expectations by striving without reserve for the greatest possible reliability and quality in our products, processes and systems by being accountable, having a voice, and taking action. Performs all duties in compliance with Quality System.  This is a field based role. We are seeking a committed professional to join our team, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also involves travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:  Develop and implement strategies to achieve short and long-term business objectives: 10% Utilize field visits and individual or group meetings and telephone contacts: 5% Train and develop employees in sales skills, product knowledge, teamwork, time and territory management, competitive knowledge and career goal pursuits Coordinate sales effort Communicate corporate, divisional, regional and/or district mission, goals and activities Direct and motivate personnel to achieve unit and revenue goals Provide ongoing feedback/coaching and regularly schedule performance reviews Implement corrective actions when necessary Assist employees with individual development plans (IDPs) Apply customer focused quality (CFQ) concepts Provide overall management of district assets including: 10% Developing and managing budgets and forecasts Ensuring efficient, effective use of inventory and expenses Negotiating and resolving price and contract issues (with reps, accounts, regional management and home office personnel) Coordinate efforts with sales reps and managers of other product lines to diversify and maximize overall Medtronic teamwork results: 10% Develop ethical, long-term customer relationships and represent Medtronic management to customers: 10% Recruit and interview candidates to maintain a strong personnel "bench," hire top candidates for open positions, and meet workplace diversity goals : 5% Provide feedback of marketing intelligence to sales and marketing Management: 5% The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. We are committed to building a workforce that brings together a broad range of perspectives and experiences at every level. This approach fuels innovation and helps us remain an industry leader—that’s why we focus on attracting and developing employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and deeply connected to the needs of the patients we serve.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic, click here. Must Have: Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile. Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of relevant sales experience; or  Advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant sales and leadership experience  Nice to Have Spine sales experience strongly preferred Successful medical sales record, preferably with Neuroscience products Experience with sales and personnel management functions Knowledge of Neuroscience assigned product/therapy customer base Additional experience in marketing, training, technical services or related areas  *** Preference will be given to local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience Additional Job Requirements: 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 for extended periods of time, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Required to do computer based work for extended periods of time Must be able to lift 20 pounds Must be able to hear, see and speak fluently Must be able to travel extensively by car and plane Must be able to sit, stand 8 hours/day Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time (2-3hrs on average) Must be able to work in OR and/or Hospital Labs with radiati