Conduct stakeholder interviews and cross‑functional research, leveraging digital discovery tools and data‑driven analysis to surface actionable insights
Apply design thinking, continuous discovery, and AI‑assisted research methods to identify high‑value innovation opportunities
Develop and maintain prioritization frameworks that integrate business value, technical feasibility, data readiness, and AI‑enablement potential
Build, test, and launch Innovation workstreams :
Define project scope and design proofs of concept, incorporating automation opportunities, data architecture considerations, and responsible‑AI guardrails
Partner with internal teams and external innovation/AI vendors to develop pilots powered by modern digital capabilities
Monitor performance using digital dashboards, KPIs, and real‑time analytics to track progress against success criteria
Utilize experimentation frameworks-including rapid prototyping and A/B testing-to validate value quickly and iteratively
Business Case and Investment Pitch:
Lead complex business, financial, and data analyses to quantify the impact of proposed innovations, including AI‑driven efficiency, quality, cost, and employee‑experience outcomes
Build investment cases that incorporate technical assumptions (e.g., model lifecycle costs, integration requirements, compliance considerations)
Develop compelling enterprise‑ready materials to support executive decision‑making and funding approvals
Project Implementation:
Drive project management with a digitally enabled approach, leveraging collaborative platforms, workflow automation, and AI‑powered documentation tools
Manage project scope and change‑control processes in environments where digital, data, or AI components may evolve rapidly
Actively communicates with customer leadership, project sponsors, key stakeholders, and project teams
Determine business roles and resources needed to ensure successful implementation
Develop impact analyses that assess business value, quality, risk, and operational readiness; including AI‑related risks such as bias, reliability, and data governance
Lead development of dashboards, scorecards, forecasting models, and executive‑level analytics to demonstrate performance and adoption
Team Operations:
Support operational excellence through standardized tools, digital templates, and reusable frameworks that accelerate innovation cycles
Lead administrative functions related to budget, vendor management, and timelines; including coordination with AI, data, and technical partners
Promote knowledge sharing by formalizing playbooks, best practices, and repeatable processes that enable teams to operate efficiently and responsibly with emerging technologies
Minimum Requirements
4+ of project management work experience within management consulting, or internal consulting (e.g., Business Operations, Strategy, HR, Organizational Effectiveness, or other equivalent function) with a primary focus on Project Management
Experience supporting build and launch of high-impact innovation projects or products
Excellent organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Self-starter mindset with a bias toward action
Excellent communication and presentation skills, MS Offi
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.
Sr. Manager, Strategic Innovation & Business Development
Team: Strategic Innovation & Business Development
Current Need:
McKesson's Corporate Strategy & Business Development (CSBD) strategic innovation arm, Strategic Innovation & Business Development (SIBD) is seeking a high‑performing, digital‑first Senior Manager to accelerate enterprise growth through innovation, advanced analytics, and AI‑enabled operating models. This role will help design, test, and launch enterprise‑wide pilots that unlock measurable business value, modernize workflows, and strengthen McKesson's competitive advantage.
The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, comfort with emerging technology, and the ability to translate ambiguous problems into validated, scalable solutions. Acting as a change agent, this individual can fluidly shift between big‑picture strategy and project‑level detail, guiding teams and stakeholders through complex issues to achieve measurable, enterprise‑level results. This position reports to the Vice President, Strategic Innovation & Business Development.
Mckesson · TX, Irving