Senior Manager, Domestic Logistics

McKesson’s Corporate; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson in Richmond seeks a Senior Manager, Domestic Logistics to lead inbound transportation operations, analytics, and supplier programs. You will guide a team to improve service, reduce costs, and optimize network performance across the supply chain.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and collaboration with cross-functional partners, with responsibilities spanning freight management, performance metrics, and digital transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Analytics, Operations Management, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or related operations.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience managing professional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop managers and analysts responsible for transportation operations, logistics programs, analytics, and supplier transportation initiatives.
• Develop and execute domestic transportation and inbound logistics strategies that improve service performance, cost efficiency, inventory flow, and operational effectiveness.
• Manage carrier, supplier, and logistics partner relationships while ensuring service, compliance, and performance expectations are met.
• Drive transportation optimization initiatives, including freight management, network improvements, supplier conversion programs, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee inbound scheduling, routing, receiving coordination, dock utilization, and transportation planning activities.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to transportation costs, service levels, freight recovery, supplier participation, and operational performance.
• Lead freight audit, payment, recovery, and financial control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize transportation, operational, and financial data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and develop actionable business recommendations.
• Partner with technology teams to support transportation systems, automation initiatives, process improvements, and digital transformation efforts.
• Lead cross-functional projects involving logistics network optimization, transportation technology, process improvement, and operational change management.

Skills

Transportation operations

Carrier relationships

Logistics analytics

Process improvement

Leadership

Cross-functional influence

TMS / freight systems

Financial planning

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree in Supply Chain (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Advanced Excel

EDI platforms

Transportation analytics tools

Job description

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.

Senior Manager, Domestic Logistics

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Senior Manager, Domestic Logistics to lead domestic inbound transportation operations, logistics strategy, carrier and supplier programs, freight management, and continuous improvement initiatives. In this leadership role, you will oversee a team responsible for transportation operations, logistics analytics, freight audit and payment processes, supplier logistics programs, and inbound flow optimization. You will partner across Supply Chain, Distribution Operations, Procurement, Finance, Technology, and external transportation partners to improve service, reduce costs, optimize network performance, and drive operational excellence. This position is ideal for a leader who combines strong supply chain expertise, financial acumen, and people leadership with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and execute strategic initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop managers and analysts responsible for transportation operations, logistics programs, analytics, and supplier transportation initiatives.
• Develop and execute domestic transportation and inbound logistics strategies that improve service performance, cost efficiency, inventory flow, and operational effectiveness.
• Manage carrier, supplier, and logistics partner relationships while ensuring service, compliance, and performance expectations are met.
• Drive transportation optimization initiatives, including freight management, network improvements, supplier conversion programs, and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Oversee inbound scheduling, routing, receiving coordination, dock utilization, and transportation planning activities.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to transportation costs, service levels, freight recovery, supplier participation, and operational performance.
• Lead freight audit, payment, recovery, and financial control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize transportation, operational, and financial data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and develop actionable business recommendations.
• Partner with technology teams to support transportation systems, automation initiatives, process improvements, and digital transformation efforts.
• Lead cross‑functional projects involving logistics network optimization, transportation technology, process improvement, and operational change management.
• Communicate business performance, strategic recommendations, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Analytics, Operations Management, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or related operations.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience managing professional teams.

Critical Skills & Experience

• Experience leading transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Experience managing carrier, supplier, or third-party logistics relationships.
• Experience with transportation performance metrics, logistics analytics, and operational reporting.
• Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives and process improvement efforts.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), freight management, or logistics technology platforms.
• Strong financial, analytical, and business planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and influence stakeholders across multiple functions.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in healthcare distribution, pharmaceutical distribution, wholesale distribution, or large‑scale supply chain environments.
• Experience with freight audit and payment programs.
• Experience using Power BI, SQL, advanced Excel, EDI platforms, or transportation analytics tools.
• Lean, Six Sigma, Project Management, or Continuous Improvement certification.
• Experience leading transportation network optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience supporting enterprise‑scale transformation or digital supply chain programs.

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. Our Base Pay Range for this position $85,500 - $142,500

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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