Lead Operational Strategy – Data Analytics, AI

McKesson

. Drive execution discipline, operational clarity and effectiveness, and strategic alignment across the Data, Analytics and AI service area .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $145,700 - $242,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic program management, portfolio management, and business operations, with a strong focus on translating business strategy into execution plans and measurable outcomes. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across complex organizations while managing KPIs, dashboards, and financial reporting.

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Strategic Program ManagementPortfolio ManagementExecutive CommunicationsKPI ManagementGovernance Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningBusiness OperationsPortfolio ReportingPerformance MetricsExecution PlansGovernance ProcessesDashboardsFinancial ReportingValue Realization MetricsEnterprise Transformation

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersDriving AccountabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsReporting ToolsVisualization Tools

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Industry ExperienceRegulated EnvironmentsMatrixed OrganizationsDigital ModernizationData AnalyticsAI Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive execution discipline, operational clarity and effectiveness, and strategic alignment across the Data, Analytics and AI service area
Translate business strategy into operating plans, priorities, milestones, and measurable outcomes
Drive and influence portfolio prioritization, dependency management, and resource alignment across complex workstreams
Design and optimize operating models, governance structures, decision forums, and execution cadences
Develop executive-ready narratives, presentations, QBR content, dashboards, briefings, and leadership communications
Build and monitor KPIs, financial reporting, portfolio dashboards, business impact, and value realization measures
Connect investments to outcomes
Partner with business, finance, operations, and technology leaders to identify risks, resolve blockers, and drive accountability
Prepare structured inputs, trade-offs, and insights to accelerate timely, informed decisions
Periodically travel for team meetings, planning sessions, leadership reviews, or business engagements
Attend onsite two days per week
Work at a computer and participate in virtual and in-person meetings for extended periods

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in strategic program management, portfolio management, business operations, PMO leadership, strategy execution, or related disciplines
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Experience leading large, cross-functional enterprise programs or portfolios
Experience developing executive communications, strategic narratives, business reviews, and leadership presentations
Experience building and managing dashboards, KPIs, portfolio reporting, financial reporting, and performance metrics
Experience translating organizational strategy into execution plans, governance processes, and operating rhythms
Experience partnering with senior leaders and driving alignment across organizational layers
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes across complex organizations without direct authority
Experience working in regulated or highly matrixed enterprise environments
Deep strategic planning experience
Expertise in executive briefings, QBRs, leadership presentations, and business narratives
Experience designing scalable processes, governance frameworks, and delivery cadences
Strong track record driving multiple complex initiatives to successful outcomes
Expertise managing KPIs, dashboards, portfolio analytics, financial reporting, and value realization metrics
Experience supporting enterprise transformation, digital modernization, data, analytics, or AI initiatives
Experience with portfolio management, project management, reporting, and visualization tools
Healthcare industry experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered
Equity may be offered as part of total rewards
Reasonable accommodation for job search or employment application