McKesson

Senior Manager, Strategy & Transformation

McKesson • $120K — $145K *
Nashville, TN 37211Hybrid
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in change management and project management techniques
  • Demonstrated knowledge in healthcare processes and research environment
  • Proven track record leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster collaboration
  • Advanced analytical capabilities, including Six Sigma methods
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Exceptional people management skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of Program Managers overseeing strategic initiatives
  • Facilitate senior leadership on prioritizing and scheduling strategic initiatives
  • Introduce and implement project management tools and techniques
  • Act as the primary contact for complex enterprise deployments
  • Oversee project management activities, coaching direct reports
  • Lead high-visibility, cross-functional strategic initiatives
  • Communicate and manage changes effectively, ensuring stakeholder engagement
  • Propose adjustments and process improvements for success

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment in Nashville, TN
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development
  • Engagement with high-impact strategic initiatives
  • Opportunity to lead diverse projects and make organizational improvements
  • Collaboration in a team-oriented environment promoting open communication
Full Job Description
The Senior Manager of Strategy & Transformation is responsible for leading, facilitating and driving the strategic initiatives at SCRI. The Senior Manager will lead a team of internal consultants to implement enterprise level initiatives to increase growth, market share, customer & employee satisfaction, improve business key performance indicators and to deliver on key strategies of the organization. The team will prepare detailed analyses, design, implement, and control new or improved processes, businesses, organizational design and growth initiatives. This requires strong analytical, influencing and change management skills while directing multiple business areas. This role enables SCRI to reach its visionary aspirations in excellence.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Directly manage team of Program Managers that are leading high impact strategic initiatives across Sarah Cannon. Where appropriate, lead the Business Analysts to develop and maintain operational dashboards for SCRI key performance indicators for both Strategy and Operations.


  • Partner with Senior Director, Strategy and Transformation to facilitate senior leadership in identification, scheduling, and prioritization of strategic initiatives. Maintain an ongoing dialog to ensure timely resolution of issues, appropriate actions around risk, and overall status of initiatives. Maintain working knowledge of status of all assigned initiatives to serve as communication point on portfolio status.


  • Introduce project management tools, templates, and techniques through active consulting and coaching to direct reports and delivery teams; coordinate cross department deliverables; ensure resources are available and prepared to deliver their components of the program plan; foster an environment of open communications that provides accurate and complete status of initiatives.


  • Serve as the single point of contact for complex enterprise deployments. Responsible for managing SCRI projects of significant complexity and may manage projects with complex interdependencies with active projects or existing systems; may be required to manage and track interrelated projects as programs.


  • Oversee the project management activities of the direct reports to ensure they are providing excellence in managing initiatives and coaching/teaching department resources. Provide coaching and direction as required.


  • Establishes and leads high-visibility enterprise-wide, cross-functional strategic initiatives. Lead a variety of different types of projects including launching new products and services, application development, systems integration, operational efficiency improvements, process reengineering, and infrastructure upgrades and deployments. Oversees programs and program managers who are assigned to many related projects to deliver value.


  • Leads implementation of changes and manage impacted people through the change journey. Communicates and partners with internal and external organizations to ensure successful implement of change. Implement effective control mechanisms to ensure implemented changes are sustained post project. Embodies the principles of change management and teaches those principles to both direct reports and project teams.


  • Proposes recommendations, adjustments and process improvements to achieve success.


  • Leads process improvement community initiatives and growth across the organization


Mandatory: The following are mandatory expectations of all SCRI employees.

  • Practices and adheres to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement."


  • During your employment with SCRI, you will be routinely assigned training requirements. You are expected to complete any training assignments by the due date.


Knowledge: A body of information needed to perform tasks; May be obtained through education, training or experience.

  • Change management and project management techniques and tools


  • Knowledgeable and experienced in the research environment and healthcare processes.


  • Strong working relationship with leadership which allows for quick problem resolution and staff support.


  • Experience leading enterprise wide strategic initiatives with large change impacts.


Skills: The proficiency to perform a certain task.

  • Advanced facilitation and leadership skills, including written and oral communication and fostering collaboration


  • Interpersonal skills


  • Advanced analytic capabilities including six sigma methods and tools


  • Computer skills with ability using Microsoft Office specifically PowerPoint, Word, Microsoft Projects and Excel


  • Strong people management skills to coach direct reports through the aforementioned skills


Abilities: An underlying, enduring trait useful for performing duties.

  • Ability to quickly earn the trust of sponsors and key stakeholders, to lead and inspire teams (of both direct reports and project teams), to set direction and approach, to resolve conflict and deliver tough messages with grace


  • Persuasive, encouraging, motivating; the ability to communicate the complex in simple terms


  • Ability to navigate a highly matrixed organization effectively


  • Exhibits influencing and negotiating skills


  • Comfortable raising questions, issues, objections and ideas at all levels of the organization


This position is hybrid in Nashville, TN.

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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