McKesson

Director, Commercialization and Sales Enablement

McKesson$135K — $225K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in sales enablement, revenue operations, or related fields.
  • Deep understanding of B2B sales motions and commercial processes.
  • Proven track record in building or scaling sales enablement programs.
  • Strong project management skills to handle multiple programs.
  • Excellent communication skills with a talent for simplifying complex ideas.
  • Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce and modern enablement tools such as Highspot or Veeva.
  • Familiarity with both inside and outside sales teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive sales enablement strategy.
  • Establish governance for sales content to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Create and maintain sales playbooks and messaging guides.
  • Own the sales tools technology ecosystem and optimize its usage.
  • Lead the commercial readiness and go-to-market processes for product launches.
  • Provide actionable insights on sales enablement effectiveness metrics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on priorities and resources.

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards package with performance-based metrics.
  • Annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities may be available.
Full Job Description

TheDirector of Sales Enablementis responsible fordeveloping,optimizing, and operationalizing the systems, processes, content, and tools that enable commercial teams to sell more effectively and efficiently. This role serves as the bridge between Product,Marketing, Sales, Sales,Sales Operationsand Training to ensure the sales organizationis equippedwith the right information, resources, and workflows throughout the entiresaleslifecycle.

This leader acts as the architect of the sales enablement strategy, ensuring the sales force is prepared, aligned, and supported withbestinclassmaterials, technology, and processes to meet revenue goals.In addition, this role will own the Commercialization and Go-to-Marketworkstream which will encompass development, buy-in, rollout and ongoing execution.This work can span organic growth and product development as well as acquisition/integration work.

In this role, you will manage a team of two who willbe responsible forday-to-day work including managing our sales enablement system,processesand commercialization/go-to-market work.

To be successful in this role, you must be highly collaborative and influential across diverse stakeholder groups with excellent strategic planning and prioritization skills. Have a customer and seller centric mindset and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Enablement Strategy & Execution:

  • Develop andmaintaina comprehensive sales enablement strategy that aligns with go-to-market and commercial priorities.

  • Establish governance for sales content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.

  • Create andmaintainsalesplaybooks, competitive libraries, messaging guides, and value-based selling tools.

  • Partner closely with Sales Training to ensure content and tools reinforce skill development andmethodology.

Tools, Technology & Process Optimization:

  • Own the salestoolstechnology ecosystemofenablement platforms, content hubs, and coaching tools.Examples include High spot or Veevaanddeterminingwhich tool meets our businessobjectivesas well as being the owner ofthis asproduct for sales enablement.

  • Collaborate withSales Operations and Effectivenessto streamline sales processes,optimizepipeline workflows, and reduce friction in the sales cycle.

  • Manage implementation, adoption, and optimization of sales enablement tools to ensure high ROI and user satisfaction.

Commercial Readiness & Product Launch Support:

  • Lead the commercial readinessand go-to-marketprocess for product launches, updates, and strategic initiatives.This includes owning and enhancing the Commercialization Roadmap and ensuring that itis putinto action with product and sales.Early work will include the creation of the process alongside cross-functional teamsand our Product Lifecycle strategy, followed by business buy-in, rollout and ongoing execution.

  • Creationand ownership ofthe process of Commercialization and Go-to-MarketforCoverMyMeds. Requires close partnership across Productto build and create sustainable processes to meet our business needs. This will include creation of day-to-day processes as well asestablishingongoing execution processesin order torun and manage concurrent initiatives across multiple product suites.

  • Manage a team of2responsible for the execution of the commercialization and go-to-marketprocessesbringing together all stakeholders tocreate a process that canbe replicated,enhancedand managed. This team will be at the center of Product, Sales, Sales Ops, Marketing and Operations coordinating and bringingthe downstreampieces together to enable sales.

  • Collaborate with Product and Marketing to translate complex information into effective, seller-friendly materials.

  • Ensure sales teams are prepared with updated messaging, positioning, and content for new offerings.

  • Acquisition and integration support asone of the leads for Commercial related workstreams.

Performance Management and Insights:

  • Define and track KPIs for sales enablement effectiveness, including content usage, sales productivity, and tool adoption.

  • Provideactionable insights to cross-functional leaders on content performance, seller behaviors, and areas for improvement.

  • Partner with Sales Leadership toidentifyperformance gaps and develop targeted enablement solutions.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with Product,Salesand Business Ops to ensure alignment on priorities and resources to support commercialization work.

  • Work closely with Sales leaders to understandsalesneeds, feedback, and emerging challengesimpactingsales success.

  • Partner with Marketing to align messaging, content creation, and demand generation with sales motions.

  • Collaborate with Training & Developmentpeersto ensure enablement supportsskillsevolution and onboarding momentum.

Qualifications:

  • Degree or equivalentexperience. Typically requires12+ years of professionalexperience and 4+ years ofmanagement experience.

  • Deep understanding of B2B sales motions, methodologies, and commercial processes.

  • Demonstrated success building or scaling sales enablement programs or functions.

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.

  • Excellent communication and storytelling abilities, with skill in simplifying complex concepts.

  • Experience working with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and modern enablement toolssuch asHighspotor Veeva.

  • Experience with inside and outside salesteamsa plus.

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

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$135,000 - $225,000

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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