Director, Data & Analytics

McKesson • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

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. McKesson is seeking a Director, Data & Analytics to lead enterprise analytics, AI/LLM solution development, and data-driven innovation in support of Internal Audit and broader business partners. Reporting to the VP, IT Internal Audit, this leader will drive the modernization of data platforms, implement AI-enabled insights, and strengthen data governance across the audit lifecycle. The Director serves as a trusted business partner who can translate complex technical concepts into strategic, actionable insights.

Requirements

• Proven track record of leading and upskilling high-performing teams
• Strong ability to build collaborative relationships and influence leaders across the enterprise
• Expertise in Power BI, Python, SQL, Azure data tools, and AI/LLM solution development
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business recommendations
• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and managing multiple complex initiatives
• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires 12+ years of professional experience in analytics, data science, AI/ML, or business intelligence roles, and 4+ years of management experience leading analytics or technical teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AI/LLM development strongly preferred
• Experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Compliance is a plus
• Experience with cloud-based data ecosystems (Azure preferred)
• Experience working in Databricks, Workiva, and/or SAP is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the data, analytics, and AI strategy for Internal Audit and cross-functional stakeholders
• Lead creation of enterprise-grade Power BI dashboards, analytics models, automation, and data pipelines
• Design and implement AI/LLM-based tools (e.g., generative AI copilots, NLP models) to enhance audit quality and efficiency
• Partner with Technology and Audit leaders to align data strategy with risk and business priorities
• Ensure adherence to McKesson data governance, privacy, and AI standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing analytics team while fostering innovation and continuous improvement
• Deliver executive-level presentations and insights to senior leaders
• Automate and standardize key analytics workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed