Sr. Director, Warehouse Management Technologies

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Position Overview:

The Sr. Director, Warehouse Management Technologies will be responsible for leading our efforts to design, develop, implement, and support innovative warehouse management technologies, such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS/WES) and Labor Management (LMS) systems, across multiple sites. The role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in warehouse systems, and a strategic mindset to drive operational excellence and business growth through technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive warehouse management technology strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Lead cross-functional teams including IT, Business, and Project management to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

• Collaborate with external partners and vendors to identify and integrate best-in-class technologies.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing warehouse processes and increasing efficiency.

• Provide guidance on system upgrades, enhancements, and new technology deployments.

• Ensure compliance with cyber-security, and regulatory requirements in all distribution technologies.

• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with senior leadership, stakeholders, and team members.

• Manage budgets related to projects and ensure cost control measures are implemented effectively.

Minimum Requirements

• Typically has 13+ years of professional experience and 6+ years diversified leadership, planning, communication, organization and people motivation skill (or equivalent experience).

Critical Skills

• Minimum 10 years of experience in implementing large-scale WMS and LMS projects, preferably within a healthcare industry.

• Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS/WES) and Labor Management (LMS) systems.

• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage complex projects from conception to implementation.

• Willingness to travel as needed to support project rollouts and team meetings.

Additional Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Experience working with C-level executives and senior leadership.

• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively both verbally and in writing.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), Computer Science or similar field OR equivalent experience. MBA preferred.

About MMS

McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.

Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly, and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.

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

$164,300 - $273,800

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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