Senior Director, Strategic Planning

McKesson

. Develop macro-level strategic direction for SCS sub-segments, including Strategic Accounts, Health Mart, CPH, and Specialized Care Pharmacy .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeIrving • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $158,700 - $264,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and development capabilities, with a focus on evaluating industry trends and synthesizing insights into actionable recommendations. Possesses extensive experience in the healthcare industry and the ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively.

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Strategic ThinkingHealthcare Industry KnowledgeAnalytical RigorExecutive PresenceCross-Functional Team Influence

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Hard Skills

Strategy DevelopmentMarket AnalysisResearch DesignData CollectionScenario-Based Recommendations

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationInfluencing SkillsIndependenceResourcefulnessIntellectual Versatility

Certifications & Qualifications

MBA or Equivalent Advanced Degree

Industry Keywords

HealthcareStrategic AccountsCompetitive DynamicsSCS LeadershipDecision-Making Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop macro-level strategic direction for SCS sub-segments, including Strategic Accounts, Health Mart, CPH, and Specialized Care Pharmacy
Translate market and competitive insights into where-to-play and how-to-win choices
Serve as a thought partner in developing SCS's 3–5 year strategy
Partner with segment leaders and the Strategy & Transformation team to inform strategic options and stress-test assumptions
Drive structured processes supporting segment leaders' decision-making
Provide analytical frameworks, synthesized recommendations, and scenario-based perspectives
Collaborate with corporate strategy, finance, and business unit leaders to build a comprehensive fact base
Facilitate SCS leadership planning sessions and align annual priorities
Define intent, scope, and key choices for annual priority initiatives
Develop actionable insights on market trends, competitive dynamics, emerging risks, and opportunities
Manage primary research projects end-to-end, including research design, data collection, analysis, and recommendations
Work across SCS business segments with direct visibility into senior leadership decisions
Report directly to the Vice President of Strategic Planning and Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or equivalent and typically 10+ years of strategy or consulting experience, or relevant healthcare industry experience
4-year bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
MBA or equivalent advanced degree from a strategy, consulting, or finance-oriented program preferred
Strong strategic thinking and strategy development capability
Ability to evaluate industry trends and develop short- and long-term implications
Analytical rigor and ability to structure undefined problems
Ability to synthesize disparate sources into decision-ready recommendations
Executive presence and clear, concise written and verbal communication
Ability to influence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority
High degree of independence, resourcefulness, and self-direction
Intellectual versatility and comfort with ambiguity
Healthcare industry knowledge
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
Currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without employer support or sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Annual bonus may be offered
Long-term incentive opportunities may be offered
Hybrid work arrangement
Remote work on remaining days under the hybrid arrangement