Sr. Strategic Operations Analyst

McKesson•Irving, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

McKesson is seeking a Sr. Strategic Operations Analyst. This role develops and maintains strategic initiatives to support department and business objectives. The position manages customer and manufacturer programs across all segments, leveraging SQL-driven analysis of large data sets to identify trends and opportunities impacting inventory positions. The role serves as a primary interface with McKesson internal teams, including Product Management, Generic Operations, and Distribution Experience, to ensure proprietary programs meet customer needs.

Requirements

4+ 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.
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.
Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is a plus.
Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the Development of additional strategic programs to meet key business goals or customer requirements via data analytics.
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 the existing customer and manufacturer programs to continue meeting business goals.
Develop and distribute reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
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 and resolve customer issues.
Continuously evaluate and improve inventory management processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline operations.
Balance strategic program development with hands‑on execution, including analysis, reporting, and operational follow‑through.
Develop, maintain, and refine SQL queries and reporting logic to support ongoing program needs and emerging business questions.