Sr. Program Manager, HR Strategy & Governance

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Project and Portfolio Coordination Drive the planning and implementation of projects, programs, and initiatives within HR and across the organization Develop and maintain work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource inputs, status updates, and meeting materials for assigned initiatives Coordinate with HR and functional partners, including Finance, Brand Marketing, Sourcing & Procurement, to support alignment, communication, and delivery across initiatives Use available tools and technology, including AI-enabled solutions where appropriate, to track progress, improve collaboration, and support integration across teams Support stakeholder engagement and change management activities within assigned programs Shape HR governance practices by identifying gaps, recommending improvements, and ensuring consistent, scalable execution across the portfolio Act as a resource and thought partner to team members, sharing best practices and guiding less experienced colleagues on program delivery and tools Proactively identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation, and use of AI-enabled tools to improve program execution and decision support. Resource Allocation and Program Management Support visibility to competing HR priorities, timelines, and dependencies to inform planning and sequencing of delivery activities Coordinate with HR leadership, HRBPs, Shared Services, Centers of Excellence, and other partners to support alignment of initiatives with business cycles and HR processes Track milestones, deliverables, risks, and resource considerations across assigned workstreams, escalating issues as needed Lead implementation planning and execution within established scope, priorities, and governance expectations Measurement, Reporting & Insights Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, summaries, and other analytical outputs to support visibility to progress and performance Work with people analytics and other data partners to gather inputs, track metrics, and support target-setting based on internal and external insights Interpret data and translate findings into clear, concise narratives and executive-ready materials for stakeholders Ensure reporting outputs are accurate, consistent, and aligned with governance and decision-making needs Operational and Stakeholder Support Provide operational support for HR Strategy & Governance activities, including preparation of materials, coordination of routines, and follow-up on action items Lead & influence development and maintenance of team materials, resources, training collateral, and content libraries as needs evolve Work closely with leaders and cross-functional partners to coordinate meetings, updates, communications, and implementation activities that support effective execution Budget Support and Continuous Improvement Support budget-related activities such as forecasting inputs, expense tracking, headcount monitoring, and vendor payment coordination in partnership with Finance and budget liaisons Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and execution practices to support operational consistency and efficiency Use sound judgment and effective collaboration to help advance work, remove obstacles, and support delivery across the strategy and operations portfolio Key Partnerships Reports to: Senior Director, HR Strategic Planning & Realization Finance: Partner on budget inputs, forecasting, expense management, and vendor-related coordination Brand Marketing: Responsible for upkeep and governance for internal HR branded materials Sourcing & Procurement: Partners with sourcing and procurement for effective vendor management processes for HR function HR Business Partners, Shared Services, and COEs: Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and inputs across initiatives and governance routines HR Leadership Team: Support preparation of updates, decision materials, and follow-up actions for leadership forums People Analytics and Other Data Partners: Collaborate on metrics, reporting, and insight development to support progress tracking and target-setting Ideal Candidate Profile Brings strong program coordination and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a structured environment Applies sound judgment, planning, and prioritization to support delivery, manage details, and surface risks or issues appropriately Uses data effectively to develop clear reporting, analytical outputs, and executive-ready materials that support informed decision-making Builds effective working relationships and collaborates well across HR and functional partners to support alignment, communication, and implementation Shows adaptability, follow-through, and a continuous improvement mindset, with comfort navigating ambiguity, working effectively in a fast-changing environment, and using AI technology tools to support execution and collaboration Basic requirement 7+ years of relevant experience in HR, program management, operations, governance, or a related field Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience Experience supporting cross-functional projects or programs within large, complex, matrixed organizations Experience preparing project plans, status reporting, analytical outputs, or governance materials to support decision-making Comfort using AI technology and digital tools to support coordination, reporting, and day-to-day execution Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at different levels of the organization Strong planning, prioritization, and problem-solving skills, with comfort navigating established processes, policies, and organizational dynamics Preferred Qualifications Experience in HR Strategy & Governance, HR Transformation, PMO, or operations-focused environments Experience supporting budget management activities such as forecasting, expense tracking, headcount reporting, or vendor coordination Familiarity with KPI tracking, workforce or HR metrics, and use of data to monitor progress and performance Experience supporting training materials, content libraries, brand governance, or communications collateral in a business setting Interest in automation, process improvement, AI, or digital tools that enhance collaboration and execution Advanced degree or relevant certification in business, HR, project management, or a related discipline preferred 1. Governance & Decision Support: “Shape HR governance practices by identifying gaps, recommending improvements, and ensuring consistent, scalable execution across the portfolio.” 2. Mentorship / leadership without people mgmt type of responsibility: "Act as a resource and thought partner to team members, sharing best practices and guiding less experienced colleagues on program delivery and tools." 3. Continuous Improvement / AI: "Proactively identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation, and use of AI-enabled tools to improve program execution and decision support." 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 $112,700 - $187,800 McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind: McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application. McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates. 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Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted. Join us at McKesson! McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.