Optimization (Continuous Improvement) Specialist

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Reporting to the Senior Manager Optimization, the Optimization (Continuous Improvement) Specialist plays a critical role in driving process efficiencies and productivity improvements across CxO business. 

The Specialist identifies opportunities and makes process recommendations through partnership with the business. The Specialist also fosters and develops effective relationships with BU segment leaders and functions across the supply chain.

Partners with stakeholders to identify, define, prioritize, and execute process efficiency and productivity initiatives. The Specialist needs to have a passion for improving the status quo and can act on the conveyed sense of urgency.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste removal, and cost reduction

• Clearly define project scope, objectives, benefits, plan, and key milestones

• Establish a clear and well-articulated project plan

• Conduct detailed analysis of the current situation that accurately describes the issues

• Ability to process map current- and future-state using industry methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.)

• Ability to engage a cross-functional team towards a desired outcome

• Superior communication skills to effectively engage and promote collaboration

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience.

Education

BA or BS degree or equivalent experience

Critical Skills

• 2 - 3 years of experience driving process improvement, efficiencies, and productivity in an operational environment

• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills

• Proven problem-solving skills, detailed oriented, good decision-making, and relationship building skills

• Process mapping experience

Additional Skills

• Six Sigma Black or Green belt

• Healthcare industry-related experience preferred

• Inquisitive nature

• Strong organization and time management skills

• MUST be a self-starter; ability to work mostly independently

• Change-leadership experience

Working Conditions

• Environment (Office) – currently in ‘Office as a Destination’ hybrid conditions

• Physical Requirements – General Office Demands

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$64,900 - $108,100

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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