Sr. Analyst, Strategic Operations

McKesson’s Corporate; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an experienced analytics professional to develop and maintain strategic programs across departments. You will leverage SQL-driven analysis and industry knowledge to influence business decisions and drive equitable distribution of programs.

In this hybrid role based near Las Colinas, you will partner with multiple teams, automate programs where possible, and deliver clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders. A strong background in operations or finance is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in areas such as operations, product management, purchasing, marketing/sales, and or finance.
• Proficient in SQL, with ability to independently write, modify, and maintain code.
• Strong project management skills.
• Power BI is a plus.
• Masters degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains additional strategic programs to meet key business goals or customer requirements via data analytics and market conditions.
• Partner with strategic business owners to identify goals and objectives.
• Co-present the purpose and goals of each initiative to key business partners to build trust.
• Manage (and automate to the extent possible) the existing customer and manufacturer programs to continue meeting business goals.
• Develop, analyze, interpret, and distribute reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend customer or manufacturing facing calls as needed to influence, resolve issues, and ensure that we are supporting the business stakeholder needs and showing that we are a true collaboration partner.
• Own intake, analysis, and response for ad hoc requests received via the shared mailbox, ensuring accurate and timely delivery within established SLAs.
• Develop strong relationships with internal McKesson teams and develop solutions to quickly respond to, resolve customer issues, and represent strategic operations as a principal point of contact on cross-functional initiatives/ Continuously evaluate and improve inventory management processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop resolutions to highly complex, ambiguous problems that require the frequent use of creativity, anticipating change and redirecting efforts as business priorities shift.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline operations.
• Balance strategic program development with hands‑on execution, including analysis, reporting, and operational follow‑through.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

4-year degree in business, finance, marketing, supply chain, or related field

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.

Role Overview

This role develops and maintains strategic initiatives to support department and business objectives. The position manages customer and manufacturer programs across all segments. This individual is expected to leverage SQL-driven analysis along with deep industry knowledge to make decisions that support our mission of equitable distribution and that our proprietary programs meet our customer’s needs. This position is expected to be forward looking, partnering with many teams to ensure that we are managing based on future expectations and staying ahead of the industry challenges. Individual will serve as a technical resource to less-experienced analysts, and contribute to the development of new analytical methods, tools, and best practices that advance the team’s capabilities beyond established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains additional strategic programs to meet key business goals or customer requirements via data analytics and market conditions.
• Partner with strategic business owners to identify goals and objectives.
• Co-present the purpose and goals of each initiative to key business partners to build trust.
• Manage (and automate to the extent possible) the existing customer and manufacturer programs to continue meeting business goals.
• Develop, analyze, interpret, and distribute reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend customer or manufacturing facing calls as needed to influence, resolve issues, and ensure that we are supporting the business stakeholder needs and showing that we are a true collaboration partner.
• Own intake, analysis, and response for ad hoc requests received via the shared mailbox, ensuring accurate and timely delivery within established SLAs.
• Develop strong relationships with internal McKesson teams and develop solutions to quickly respond to, resolve customer issues, and represent strategic operations as a principal point of contact on cross-functional initiatives/ Continuously evaluate and improve inventory management processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop resolutions to highly complex, ambiguous problems that require the frequent use of creativity, anticipating change and redirecting efforts as business priorities shift.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline operations.
• Balance strategic program development with hands‑on execution, including analysis, reporting, and operational follow‑through.

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Education

4-year degree in business, finance, marketing, supply chain, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Critical Skills

• 7+ years experience in areas such as operations, product management, purchasing, marketing/sales, and or finance.
• Proficient in SQL, with ability to independently write, modify, and maintain code.
• Strong project management skills.
• Power BI is a plus.
• Masters degree is a plus.

Additional Skills

Ability to interpret complex data to evaluate and recommend business opportunities. Demonstrated process improvement mindset. Strong relationship‑building and strategic partnering skills. High attention to detail with ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work without considerable direction, exercising significant latitude in determining the objectives and approach of assignments. Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills. Develop, maintain, and refine SQL queries and reporting logic to support ongoing program needs and emerging business questions. Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Traditional office requirements. A large percentage of time performing computer-based work is required. Hybrid role, must live near Las Colinas office. This role is a hybrid position. The selected candidate is expected to work on-site at our Las Colinas office a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific in-office days may be designated based on team needs and business priorities.

Compensation

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 $104,000 - $173,300

Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page. McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail].

Join us at McKesson! 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.