- Manages all aspects of project management (scope definition, budget, schedule, procurement, quality, safety and risk mitigation) for your projects.
- Develops project plans, sets deadlines and coordinates activities
- Identifies critical path and dependencies to other ongoing initiatives within BPS
- Sets and controls scope
- Develops clear objectives, deliverables, and timelines/milestones (incl. commonly agreed-to deadlines with business users and/or external customers) as required to achieve the project objectives.
- Identifying project risks and possible mitigations
- Conducts/Participates in User Acceptance Testing for developed solutions and features
- Helps the project team and stakeholders understand their accountability and timely escalation of out-of-tolerance conditions.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May direct the work of others without formal management responsibilities.
- Develops and implements action plans to correct complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity.
- Anticipates and responds to the client and project team's needs and concerns.
- Coordinates with the business partner community to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems or improves existing processes
- Provides partners with alternative solutions and recommendations
- Tracks projects Issues till resolution during pre and post implementation phases
- Continuously seeks an understanding of McKesson's internal departments, organizational goals and BPS strategic priorities and appropriately aligns the project delivery strategy.
- Co-designs and co-develops business processes identifying bottlenecks and process capacities
- Exhibits a good understanding of BPS governance policies, procedures, SOPs, and technology stack.
- Oversees the preparation of accurate, timely, and complete reports.
- Provides regular project status updates to external stakeholders and BPS leadership. Section C – RequirementsEducation
- Bachelor's degree required from College or University in a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP certified) or Masters Certificate in Project Management
- Agile methodologies – preferred Experience:
- Minimum of 7+ years of project management experience in developing project plans and proven track record of project management success with medium to large projects.
- Experience working with various project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
- Prior experience with system implementations – preferred.
- Prior experience in Patient Support Programs, Specialty Pharmacies, and/or Infusion Clinics – preferred
- Important to have
- Adequate understanding of the Specialty Pharma sector, including McKesson's offerings for manufacturers, patients, and providers.
- Knowledge of Process improvement methodologies and effective change management experience
- Demonstrated change management capabilities. Anticipates change and directs or redirects efforts.
- Quick study able to pick up and understand aspects related to the business processes and supporting systems
- Strong judgement and business acumen to deal with sensitive projects/context
- Creative problem solver with strong ability to collaborate with various stakeholders
- Strong knowledge of MS Project, SharePoint, Visio, Office 365, Smartsheet and JIRA
- Autonomous "self-starter" attitude with the ability to excel in dynamic work environment. Accomplishes work without considerable direction. Additional soft skills
- Experience managing "by influence" indirect teams at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated leadership, managerial, and negotiation skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Strong communication (listening, oral and written), presentation, and facilitation skills Language: English (French is an asset)At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That's why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
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Our Base Pay Range for this position
$84,500 - $140,800
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Senior Project Manager - Mississauga, Canada - MCKESSON
Description
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.
McKesson is in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare. At McKesson Canada, we touch the lives of 12 million Canadians every day. We carry more than 35,000 products in 12 distribution centers and ultimately provide distribution to 6,300 retail pharmacies, 1,350 hospitals, long-term care centers, clinics and institutions all over Canada. But we're so much more than a distribution company. We've automated 2,500 retail pharmacies and dispense over 100 million doses a year through our automation solutions. Manufacturers, healthcare providers and patients count on us for a full range of services that contribute to the quality and safety of care for us all.
At McKesson Canada, you'll help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Working here is your opportunity to shape an industry that's vital to us all.
Section A – Job Summary
Reporting to the Senior Manager, PMO, the Senior Project Manager manages cross-functional teams responsible for delivering more complex/critical projects, within scope, budget, agreed-to timelines, and quality results in relation with the business requirements identified. Projects will be related to any line of business from the Biopharma & Provider Solutions (BPS) business unit of McKesson Canada.
The Senior Project Manager will plan, organize, monitor, and oversee multiple projects (project portfolios) to meet defined requirements or business specifications, is able to co-direct and co-manage projects with other McKesson Project Managers, ensures that appropriate action plans are in place to resolve any issues or project health deficiencies and will provide clear and consistent communication across the organization.
Section B – Duties & Responsibilities