Senior Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager (P4)

We are looking for a results-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Manager to join our Financial Services and Solutions (FSS) PMO team. In this role, you will drive the delivery of products or programs from the design process to a finished state for both internal and external customers. As the project manager, you will serve as the liaison between the business area we our supporting, IT, vendors, and operations, ensuring effective communication and coordination. This position is in a matrix type of organization, where the position does not have direct responsibility over resources and systems development but does have overall project management responsibility.

This positions reports to the Director of Project Management.

Project Execution

• Lead the planning, execution and successful delivery of highly complex programs across FSS such as technology implementations, and transformations.
• Ensure adherence to project goals, timelines and budget – primarily supporting the business in remaining focused on high priority capabilities and managing scope-creep with a rigorous strategic approach.
• Coordinate and manage multiple vendors and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery, within budget and in accordance with agreed upon quality standards.
• Prepare regular project status reports, deliver progress updates to stakeholders, lead SteerCo meetings and maintain project documentation and artifacts as needed.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures and ensure cost-effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle by leading the business towards effective prioritization.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues that may impact project success.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and best practices, driving efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and working relationships with various teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Consultation Skills

• Ability to absorb and process large quantities of disparate information, synthesize quickly and connect dots across workstreams where appropriate
• Strong interpersonal and consulting skills – ability to assess needs, collaborate and deliver practical solutions that drive results; an excellent listener that seeks to understand multiple viewpoints; effective at influencing, facilitating, and problem solving
• Ability to tailor communication style to work well with stakeholders at all levels in the organization
• Assist with building strong and trusting relationships across multiple teams and departments and collaborate with business leaders to execute plans

Change Leadership

• Champion for change to ensure adoption of solutions across the organization
• Acting a change lead, if one is not assigned on the program

Desired Skills

• Experience in project delivery including initiation, documentation, prioritization, tracking and implementation of projects and process changes
• Keen Project Management understanding and strong financial business acumen
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, influence and gain commitment at all levels of the organization
• Ability to understand and identify the connections between specific projects and the key strategic objectives
• Ability to think through, organize and lead multiple projects and tasks concurrently
• Ability to facilitate and communicate effectively in a hybrid environment
• Expert Verbal/written communication skills in English

Additional Skills

• Experience leading or managing small matrixed teams and experience leading projects across functional boundaries
• Demonstrated ability to influence with limited authority
• Resourceful with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset

Degree, certification and experience

• Degree, or equivalent, typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience
• Project Management Institute (PMP) and/or Lean/Six Sigma certification (Black Belt) is a plus

Employee Benefits

• Inclusive work environment
• Hybrid work model
• Flexible full-time schedule
• Comprehensive benefits (including health and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, etc.)
• Wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee resource groups
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on products and services

These benefits are designed to support the well-being and success of McKesson employees, ensuring they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive in their careers and personal lives.

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

$105,200 - $175,300

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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