About the Role We are seeking a Senior Manager, Operational Excellence (Lean Six Sigma) to lead process improvement initiatives across our field operations and distribution network. This role leads a team of process improvement consultants and partners with operations leaders to drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, service, and cost.
You'll own a portfolio of high-impact initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and scale continuous improvement capabilities across a multi-site network. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in complex operational environments and delivers sustainable results through Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Candidates must be located in the Richmond, VA area or near a Medical-Surgical Distribution Center for consideration. Large Distribution Centers are located in Dallas TX, Columbus OH, Atlanta GA, Phoenix AZ, and Denver CO.
What You'll Do - Lead a portfolio of operational excellence initiatives across multiple distribution centers, focusing on productivity, quality, service levels, and cost reduction
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of process improvement consultants; set direction, prioritize work, and ensure delivery of measurable outcomes
- Partner with field operations, supply chain, and executive leadership to identify and prioritize high-value improvement opportunities
- Drive end-to-end continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, root cause analysis, process mapping)
- Standardize methodologies for project governance, benefit tracking, and sustainment across the network
- Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring solutions are practical, scalable, and adopted by field teams
- Build organizational capability through coaching, training, and promoting continuous improvement best practices
- Leverage data analytics, automation, and digital tools to enhance operational performance and visibility
- Communicate progress, risks, and results clearly to senior leadership
- Guide direct reports in applying digital tools to day-to-day processes
- Partner with distribution center leadership to implement automation, AI, and digital tools that improve warehouse operations, increase productivity, and reduce cycle times
- Champion data-driven decision-making by enhancing visibility into KPIs such as inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and labor utilization, ensuring solutions are scalable and tied to business impact
Basic Requirements (Minimum Education & Experience)- Degree or equivalent experience
- 9+ years of professional experience and 1+ years of people leadership experience
- Experience leading process improvement, operational excellence, or transformation initiatives in supply chain, distribution, or manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams or leading cross-functional initiatives
- Proven experience delivering measurable operational improvements (cost, productivity, service, quality)
- Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Preferred Skills/Experience- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Experience leading multi-site or network-level transformation initiatives
- Strong data analysis and performance measurement experience (KPIs, dashboards)
- Experience influencing senior leaders and driving change in matrixed organizations
- Experience with automation, AI tools, or digital transformation initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and change management skills
Work Environment & Travel- Preferred location: Richmond, VA or proximity to distribution centers
- Travel required (estimated 10-20%) to support field operations and onsite initiatives
- Combination of office and warehouse/distribution center environments
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$102,000 - $170,000
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