Principal, Business Technology Transformation Leader

McKesson•Mississauga, ON

3d•CA$149,600 - CA$199,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Principal, Digital Transformation serves as the senior technology leader and strategic IT partner for McKesson’s Ontada business. This role is responsible for shaping technology strategy, driving digital transformation initiatives, overseeing end-to-end solution delivery, and ensuring operational excellence across business-critical platforms. As a senior individual contributor, the role influences enterprise-wide outcomes through executive partnership, strategic leadership, and cross-functional collaboration without direct people management responsibilities.

Requirements

Extensive experience partnering with executive and senior business leaders to define and execute IT strategies
Proven success leading enterprise-scale digital transformation and technology modernization initiatives
Strong understanding of cloud-native platforms, data and analytics, APIs, automation, and AI/ML technologies
Experience driving technology outcomes and influencing stakeholders without formal reporting authority
Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, integration patterns, scalability, reliability, and security practices
Experience operating within regulated industries, with healthcare or life sciences experience considered a strong asset
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity, balance competing priorities, and drive alignment across complex organizations
Demonstrated ability to lead change, foster innovation, and deliver measurable business value.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required and typically requires 12+ years of relevant experience in technology leadership, digital transformation, enterprise systems, or related disciplines. Less years required if possessing relevant Master’s or Doctorate qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI, machine learning, automation, and emerging technologies applied to business transformation
Experience leading technology initiatives within regulated healthcare, life sciences, or similar highly regulated environments
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and security frameworks
Experience supporting customer-facing digital platforms and driving technology-enabled business outcomes
Experience working across enterprise technology functions including architecture, engineering, operations, and product teams
Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary IT strategy partner to senior business leaders within Ontada.
Develop and maintain multi-year technology strategies, roadmaps, and investment plans aligned to business objectives
Provide end-to-end accountability for technology delivery across multiple initiatives, programs, and business domains
Drive successful execution of digital transformation initiatives that improve customer outcomes and business performance
Ensure operational health, scalability, reliability, security, and compliance of critical technology platforms
Act as a senior escalation point for complex business, technology, and operational challenges
Partner with enterprise architecture, engineering, delivery, and operations teams to align strategic direction and execution
Promote adoption of modern technologies, including AI, machine learning, automation, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics
Influence enterprise technology direction through leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic recommendations
Identify risks, opportunities, and innovation initiatives that support long-term business growth and transformation goals