CRM Field Inventory Analyst - Atlanta

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 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 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 Atlanta, GA.

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   deliver a   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.

​ 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   proactively keep   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.

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Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$67,200.00 - $100,800.00

  This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

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