IT Implementation Project Manager at McKesson in The Woodlands, Texas

Job 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.


The Technology Project Manager is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, executive, control and completion of an IT project, while remaining aligned with the organization's strategy, commitments and goals.This role will manage key client projects for implementing software applications in the McKesson Oncology Portfolio. The successful candidate will work directly with internal teams and clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible.Note: Applicants can be located anywhere in the US.




Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
  
  


• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  
  


• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  
  


• Ensure resource availability and allocation
  
  


• Develop and manage a detailed project plan to monitor, track and report progress
  
  


• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
  
  


• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
  
  


• Report and escalate to management as needed
  
  


• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
  
  


• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
  
  


• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
  
  


• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
  
  


• Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
  
  


• Ensure all project tasks have proper ownership and that the ownerspossess the correct skills and experience to complete
  
  


• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
  
  


• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
  
  


• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
  
  


• Use and continually develop leadership skills
  
  


• Support project go-live activities
  
  


• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  


• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs
  
  

Minimum Requirement



Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.



Education



Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience



Critical Skills

• 4+ years project management experience with system implementations
  
  


• 4+ years' experience in project management
  
  


• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
  
  

Additional Skills

• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
  
  


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  


• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  
  


• Experience in Healthcare or other regulated field
  
  


• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (Preferred)
  
  

Travel



Up to 10% travel required


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



$93,800 - $156,300



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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