McKesson

Strategic Pricing Analyst

McKesson$91K — $101K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in financial, risk, or data analysis.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas and functions.
  • Experience with large datasets and generating actionable insights.
  • Familiarity with AI technologies and process automation for analysis.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and analytical reasoning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly refresh process to maintain accurate manufacturer risk assessments.
  • Manage data extraction, consolidation, and quality assurance from multiple financial domains.
  • Conduct post-refresh analyses using AI tools to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on mitigation strategies and action plans.
  • Enhance the Manufacturer Financial Risk playbook by capturing and documenting lessons learned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including annual bonus and incentive opportunities.
  • Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
  • Collaborative work environment with exposure to cross-functional projects.
  • Support for work-life balance and employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you naturally curious? Do you enjoy connecting the dots, understanding how businesses work, and using data to solve complex problems? If so, this role offers an opportunity to accelerate your development while making a meaningful impact on McKesson's financial performance.

The ideal candidate brings intellectual curiosity, logical thinking, learning agility, and a strong problem-solving mindset. Over time, this role will provide broad exposure across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory, and manufacturer financial risk. The successful candidate will also embrace automation and AI-enabled tools to accelerate analysis, improve decision-making, and create value for the enterprise.

As an Analyst, Manufacturer Financial Risk, you will help McKesson identify, measure, and mitigate financial risk across manufacturer relationships. By combining analytics, curiosity, and cross-functional partnership, you will help protect assets, improve recoveries, strengthen working capital, and drive business value.

Success in this role requires more than reporting results. It requires asking the right questions, uncovering insights, and turning them into actions that reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the monthly net exposure refresh process, ensuring McKesson maintains an accurate and actionable view of manufacturer risk.
  • Manage pre-refresh activities, including manufacturer hierarchy maintenance, onboarding of new manufacturers, and organizational hierarchy updates.
  • Execute refresh activities, including:
    • Data extraction across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Inventory
    • Data consolidation and transformation
    • Data validation and quality assurance
    • Reporting and publication of results
  • Perform post-refresh analysis, including:
    • Leveraging AI-enabled tools to identify potential risk and value-creation opportunities
    • Conducting deep-dive analysis to validate identified opportunities, quantify risk exposure, assess potential business impact, and develop recommended mitigating actions
    • Socializing findings with internal stakeholders and aligning on risk assessments, priorities, and action plans


Manage a portfolio of manufacturers with active risk mitigation initiatives by incorporating newly refreshed exposure data, reassessing priorities, and driving appropriate follow-up actions to closure.
  • Partner across Legal, AR, AP, Returns, Procurement, Finance, and Business Units to align stakeholders and support timely execution of mitigation strategies.
  • Contribute to the ongoing refinement of the Manufacturer Financial Risk playbook by capturing lessons learned, documenting outcomes, and identifying opportunities to improve future effectiveness.


Minimum Requirements
  • Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience in financial analysis, risk analysis, data analysis, or a related business field.


Preferred Requirements
  • 2 years' experience in financial analysis
  • Strong proficiency in Excel formulas and functions.
  • Relevant experience manipulating large datasets and generating insights.
  • Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools, automation, or process improvement technology to streamline analysis, improve efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making.


Critical Skills and Capabilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insights and recommendations.
  • Demonstrated analytical reasoning and intellectual curiosity.
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Naturally curious, with a desire to learn, ask questions, and understand how businesses operate.
  • Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with large datasets from multiple sources.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and functions.
  • Embraces technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and enhance decision-making.


Compensation: Target salary for this role is between $91,170 and $101,300, based upon qualifications.

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

$76,000 - $126,600

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
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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