Sr. Strategic Operations Analyst

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Company Profile

McKesson Corporation is a global leader in healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, community oncology and specialty care, and healthcare information solutions. McKesson partners with pharmaceutical manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, governments, and other organizations in healthcare to help provide the right medicines, medical products, and healthcare services to the right patients at the right time, safely and cost-effectively.

United by our I2CARE shared principles, our employees work every day to innovate and deliver opportunities that make our customers and partners more successful - all for the better health of patients. McKesson has been named a “Most Admired Company” in the healthcare wholesaler category by FORTUNE, a “Best Place to Work” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and a top military-friendly company by Military Friendly. For more info, visit www.mckesson.com.

We take pride in our culture of connection and believe in a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic self. We welcome and encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities and others with diverse perspectives to join our growing team. Your unique perspective and experience are valuable assets that can translate into a rewarding career path with us.

Position Description

McKesson is seeking a Sr. Strategic Operations Analyst. This role develops and maintains strategic initiatives to support department and business objectives. The position manages customer and manufacturer programs across all segments, leveraging SQL-driven analysis of large data sets to identify trends and opportunities impacting inventory positions. The role serves as a primary interface with McKesson internal teams, including Product Management, Generic Operations, and Distribution Experience, to ensure proprietary programs meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Development of additional strategic programs to meet key business goals or customer requirements via data analytics. Partner with strategic business owners to identify goals and objectives. Co-present the purpose and goals of each initiative to key business partners to build trust.

• Manage the existing customer and manufacturer programs to continue meeting business goals. Develop and distribute reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Own intake, analysis, and response for ad hoc requests received via the shared mailbox, ensuring accurate and timely delivery within established SLAs.

• Develop strong relationships with internal McKesson teams and develop solutions to quickly respond to and resolve customer issues.

• Continuously evaluate and improve inventory management processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline operations.

• Balance strategic program development with hands‑on execution, including analysis, reporting, and operational follow‑through.

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.

Education

4-year degree in business, finance, marketing, supply chain, or related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree is a plus.

Critical Skills

• 4+ years’ experience in areas such as operations, product management, purchasing, marketing/sales, and/or finance.

• Proficient in SQL, with ability to independently write, modify, and maintain code.

• Strong project management skills.

• Power BI is a plus.

Additional Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to interpret complex data to evaluate and recommend business opportunities.

• Demonstrated process improvement mindset.

• Strong relationship‑building and strategic partnering skills.

• High attention to detail with ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.

• Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.

• Develop, maintain, and refine SQL queries and reporting logic to support ongoing program needs and emerging business questions.

• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.

Working Environment

This role is a hybrid position. The selected candidate is expected to work on-site at our Las Colinas Office, a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific in-office days may be designated based on team needs and business priorities. Our preferred candidate must live within a 50-mile radius of our Irving Office.

• Ability to travel 5% of the time to attend and assist with large meetings and/or events.

• Must be authorized to work in the US unrestricted – This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

McKesson complies with all applicable U.S. immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not provide employer support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment benefit for this role.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future. This includes having the legal right to work in the United States without the need for McKesson support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment authorization (e.g., H1B, O1, E3, H1B1, TN, F1 OPT, F1 STEM OPT, F1 CPT, etc.) now or in the future.

If you will require McKesson to provide immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future, you should not apply for this position.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$99,200 - $165,400

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McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

 

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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