McKesson · 1 day ago
Director, Strategic Innovation & Business Development
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$123K/yr - $205K/yr
10+ years expMcKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company focused on making quality healthcare more accessible and affordable. They are seeking a Director of Strategic Innovation & Business Development to lead enterprise experimentation and growth initiatives, leveraging an AI-first and data-driven approach to identify new opportunities and modernize commercial models.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareInformation TechnologyPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Accelerate enterprise growth by translating strategic insights into AI-enabled discovery, rapid prototyping, and proof-of-concept (POC) development using the SIBD innovation framework
Develop strategic, financial, and operational feasibility cases—incorporating digital readiness, data availability, automation potential, and responsible-AI considerations—to support investment in new opportunities
Design and execute POCs with internal teams and external partners, integrating modern data platforms, scalable architectures, MLOps governance, user-centric workflows, and key risk controls
Drive strategic partnerships—including digital health, AI technology, and analytics vendors—to expand innovation capacity and accelerate post-POC scalability
Lead multiple complex strategic projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables, measurable outcomes, and alignment to enterprise digital and analytics strategy
Build deep relationship capital and influence senior leaders by articulating AI-driven business value, data-backed insights, and technology-enabled growth pathways—even without formal authority
Qualification
Required
10+ years in healthcare innovation, digital product development, corporate strategy, or technology‑enabled business transformation
Experience working in collaborative, cross‑functional teams, particularly where data, AI, and commercial functions intersect
Proven ability to develop and manage high‑value partnerships, including technology and AI vendors
Demonstrated leadership in project management with familiarity in agile ways of working, rapid iteration, and technology‑enabled delivery
Strong understanding of healthcare ecosystem, industry stakeholders, and macro trends—including the adoption of AI, automation, interoperability, and digital health
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex digital and AI concepts to senior business leaders in a clear, credible, and persuasive way
4-year bachelor's degree in business, finance or related field, or equivalent experience
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred
Candidates with previous strategy roles and startup experience preferred
MBA or other advanced degree preferred
Benefits
Annual bonus
Long-term incentive opportunities
Company
McKesson
McKesson distributes medical supplies, information technology, and care management products and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1994-11-18IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Tyler
CEO
Jim McAuliffe
CFO
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