Operations Leader - Pharma Distribution & Lean

McKesson Corporation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards

Annual bonus opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an Assistant Director, Operations to lead a multi-shift pharmaceutical distribution center in a high-volume, regulated environment. You will partner with the Director of Operations to drive safety, quality, service, productivity, and cost performance across the site.

The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in leading distribution teams, applying Lean/Six Sigma, and using operational data to improve performance.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience.
• 9+ years of professional experience.
• 1+ year of supervisory/management experience.
• Experience leading teams in distribution, warehouse operations, logistics, or similar operational environment.
• Experience using operational metrics or KPIs to manage performance, productivity, service, quality, or labor outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-shift pharmaceutical distribution center operations, focusing on safety, quality, service, productivity, labor, and cost.
• Oversee daily workflows, allocate resources, ensure service, manage inventory flow, and hit goals.
• Coach and develop managers and frontline teams, building engagement and accountability.
• Monitor KPIs and labor trends to identify gaps and implement data-driven improvements.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis and corrective actions to boost efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with policies and pharma regulations (DEA, FDA, OSHA) and quality standards.
• Partner with HR, Finance, IT, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Customer Ops to resolve challenges.
• Support labor relations, union partnerships, contract compliance, and workforce planning.
• Prepare and present updates and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem-solving

Cross-functional partnership

Experience with AI

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

McKesson is seeking an Assistant Director, Operations to lead a multi-shift pharmaceutical distribution center in a high-volume, regulated environment. You will partner with the Director of Operations to drive safety, quality, service, productivity, and cost performance across the site.

The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in leading distribution teams, applying Lean/Six Sigma, and using operational data to improve performance.