Data Scientist

About The Company

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.

About The Role

The Strategic Data Scientist at McKesson plays a pivotal role in driving analytical excellence and delivering actionable insights that support our business objectives. This position is integral to refining our value propositions and empowering customer teams through world-class analytics derived from our extensive and dynamic data repositories. The role emphasizes maximizing the time spent on high-impact, client-focused insights that directly influence commercial outcomes and strategic decision-making.

Collaborating extensively with various business units and external clients, the Strategic Data Scientist supports the achievement of organizational goals by translating complex data into clear, compelling narratives and recommendations. The ideal candidate is curious, adaptable to change, and excels at transforming data into meaningful insights that benefit both internal teams and external stakeholders.

This role requires building trusted relationships with client success teams and external partners by demonstrating the value of McKesson’s products through data storytelling. It involves proactive analysis of portfolio performance, customer needs, market trends, and industry events to identify opportunities and risks. The candidate will apply advanced statistical and predictive modeling techniques to analyze product data, forecast outcomes, and identify key drivers that influence business performance.

Additionally, the Strategic Data Scientist monitors portfolio health, provides regular updates to stakeholders, and escalates issues as necessary. Presenting insights through concise visuals and reports, supporting complex client requests, and contributing strategic insights to inform product development and operational decisions are essential components of this role. Developing expertise in the pharmaceutical industry and understanding the broader healthcare landscape are also critical to success in this position.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in data analytics, business, public health, or a related field; healthcare experience is strongly preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in an analytics role within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of data science methodologies including decision trees, multivariate analysis, segmentation modeling, factor analysis, regression analysis, forecasting, and machine learning.
• Experience or familiarity with statistical software such as Python, R, MATLAB, SAS, etc.
• Curious problem solver with the ability to quickly interpret complex data issues.
• Self-motivated team player capable of managing competing priorities effectively.
• Proficient in data mining, analysis, and deriving insights from large datasets.
• Skilled in creating queries, writing reports, and presenting findings clearly and effectively.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools like Excel, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage expectations and convey complex concepts simply.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client success teams and external clients by demonstrating the value of McKesson’s products through compelling data stories.
• Conduct proactive analyses of portfolio performance, customer needs, and market dynamics to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to analyze product data, forecast trends, and determine key performance drivers.
• Monitor the health of client portfolios, provide regular updates, and escalate issues to appropriate stakeholders.
• Create and deliver clear, concise visualizations and reports that translate complex data into actionable insights for clients and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to enhance product value and analytical efficiency, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support complex client requests and issue escalations by collaborating with account teams and technical experts.
• Contribute insights that influence strategic and tactical decisions related to product development, market positioning, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and deepen expertise in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare trends, and the specific needs of supported accounts.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging analytics techniques, and regulatory considerations impacting healthcare data analysis.

Benefits

McKesson offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, wellness programs, retirement savings options, paid time off, and employee assistance programs. We also provide opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement. Our total rewards package is aligned with our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow.

Equal Opportunity

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us via email. For more information on our Equal Employment Opportunity