McKesson

Principal Technology Portfolio Management Leader

McKesson • $149K — $199K *
Mississauga, ON L4T 0A1In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent with 13+ years of experience, including 8+ years in program/portfolio management.
  • 8+ years of experience in technology-focused areas such as Digital Transformation, IT Infrastructure, or Cloud Modernization.
  • Experience collaborating with senior executives like VPs and C-suite leaders, preferably with a consulting background.
  • Strong communication and influence management skills for effective executive presentations.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large portfolios and align strategic priorities within the technology sector.

Responsibilities

  • Drive prioritization and sequencing of initiatives to align with business strategies.
  • Monitor and track portfolio health by assessing risks and progress to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Foster collaboration between teams and influence decisions to meet business goals.
  • Facilitate visibility into capacity constraints and optimize resource allocation for initiatives.
  • Lead regular portfolio reviews with stakeholders, reporting on progress and business impacts.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with up to 10% travel required.
  • Access to a competitive compensation package including potential bonuses.
  • Participation in annual budget planning and investment strategy processes.
  • Professional development opportunities including potential certification support.
Full Job Description
McKesson Technology (MT) has Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) which is a centralized function to 1) enable consistent portfolio management 2) build and mature project and program management capabilities and 3) drive project management rigor and standards to enable value realization from investments.

Principal Technology Portfolio Management Leader will be a key member of the EPMO team. The individual will be responsible for serving as a portfolio lead supporting Operational Excellence & Governance service area. The individual in this role will need to be able to operate within a high level of ambiguity, remain calm under pressure and help establish structure and focus.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive the intake, prioritization, and sequencing of portfolio initiatives with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment with business strategy and maximize business outcomes.
  • Monitor and track portfolio health by evaluating execution progress, interdependencies, risks, and capacity constraints, proactively recommending sequencing and highlighting issues to enable successful delivery and value realization.
  • Drive connectivity and collaboration across delivery teams, Finance, and portfolio leads, influencing decisions that support achievement of business goals.
  • Enable visibility into capacity constraints and facilitate alignment of priorities and trade-offs, ensuring resources are allocated to the most valuable initiatives.
  • Establish and lead regular portfolio reviews with stakeholders and executive leadership, providing clear reporting on progress, financials, risks, lessons learned, and business impacts to inform decision-making.
  • Drive annual budget planning with Finance, review baseline financials and investment budgets for initiatives, and collaborate with service managers to guide resource allocation and strategic decisions.
  • Champion data-driven analysis and actionable insights, connecting project and technology spend to business value, and recommending trade-offs, course corrections, or project terminations as needed.
  • Maintain portfolio governance and data integrity, ensure projects adhere to established frameworks, complete necessary lifecycle work, and have approved change requests for budget or schedule deviations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met through effective communication and delivery of portfolio information.
  • Partner with Finance and embed benefits realization and value tracking into portfolio management by defining clear success metrics upfront, monitoring benefits during and after implementation, and reporting on KPI improvements, cost savings, and revenue growth.
  • Promote transparency and alignment by providing stakeholders with visibility into how initiatives support strategic objectives, enabling informed prioritization and optimization of the portfolio's cost/benefit mix.
  • Support dynamic portfolio rebalancing, adapting to changes in business, financial, or capacity conditions to protect core operations while enabling innovation.
  • Partner with Finance for ongoing financial forecasting, trend analysis, and investment mix reviews, ensuring high-value opportunities are funded and low-value projects are deprioritized.
  • Anchor portfolio decisions in enterprise architecture, preventing proliferation of non-strategic platforms and ensuring alignment with target state architecture.
  • Champion holistic performance and risk management, presenting portfolio health in business terms and elevating discussions from project status to business impact.


Required Skills and Experience:
  • Degree or equivalent and typically requires 13+ years, with 8+ years of direct work-related experience. Less years required if has relevant Master's or Doctorate qualifications.


Critical Skills and Experience:
  • 8+ years of program and/or portfolio management experience with 5+ years of experience within a technology focused area (Digital Transformation, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Modernization, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating regularly with VPs, SVPs, and C-suite executives, supported by a background in consulting.
  • Exceptional executive presentation, communication, and influence management skills.
  • Experience managing large portfolios and ensuring strategic alignment and prioritization, as well as overseeing investments and value realization-ideally within the technology sector, though a background in general technology combined with business portfolio management is also suitable.
  • Experience delivering results by collaborating and influencing business and technology delivery teams in a highly matrixed organization.
  • Proven stakeholder management skills & building credibility with executive leadership.
  • Ability to intentionally flex between strategy and detail and adapt style to different levels of the organization.
  • Experience driving organizational transformation and change management.
  • Ability to make complex concepts simple and convey it laymen's terms.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative relationships and move with speed while bringing people along.
  • High degree of emotional maturity and ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.


Additional Knowledge & Skills desired but not required:
  • Experience managing technology portfolio for a business unit or shared services function is highly desirable.
  • Experience working in large matrixed organizations is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with portfolio tools (Planview, Clarity PPM, etc.) is desirable.
  • Experience in a highly regulated industry is desirable.
  • Certification(s) in SAFe Agile, Prince2 / APM, PMP and/or Lean Six Sigma desirable.


Travel: Hybrid role and may have to travel within the country up to 10%

Relocation is not budgeted for this role

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

$149,600 - $199,500

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.

McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

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
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
NASDAQ
MCK
* Ladders Estimates

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