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 CoverMyMeds plays a crucial role in driving the company's success through advanced data analytics and strategic insights. This position involves analyzing large datasets to identify trends, forecast outcomes, and provide actionable recommendations that support business growth and customer satisfaction. The role requires collaboration with various internal teams, including client services, product, and operations, to ensure data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will turn complex data into clear, compelling stories that demonstrate the value of our solutions to clients and internal stakeholders. Emphasis is placed on prioritizing high-impact work that directly influences commercial outcomes, enhancing product value, and optimizing analytical processes. This role also involves developing expertise in the pharmaceutical industry, understanding client needs, and supporting strategic initiatives with data insights. The position is ideally suited for candidates residing in the Columbus, OH metropolitan area, given the proximity to our operations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in data analytics, business, public health, or a related field; healthcare experience 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 with statistical software such as Python, R, MATLAB, SAS, etc.
• Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in data visualization tools like Excel, Tableau, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly interpret complex data issues.
• Strong communication skills to effectively present insights and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Self-motivated and driven team player capable of managing competing priorities.
• Experience with data mining, analysis, and deriving strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with client service teams and external clients by demonstrating data-driven value propositions.
• Deliver proactive analyses of portfolio performance, customer needs, and market dynamics, including industry events.
• Apply advanced statistical methods and predictive modeling techniques to analyze product data, identify key drivers, and forecast outcomes.
• Monitor portfolio health, provide regular stakeholder updates, and escalate issues as necessary.
• Create clear, concise visualizations and reports to communicate insights and recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to enhance product value and improve analytical efficiency across projects.
• Support complex client requests and issue escalations in collaboration with account teams.
• Contribute insights that influence strategic decisions related to market positioning, product development, and operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain expertise in CoverMyMeds solutions, the pharmaceutical industry, and relevant business contexts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings options including 401(k) plans with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning programs.
• Employee wellness programs and resources.
• Flexible work arrangements where applicable.

Equal Opportunity

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on 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 all qualified individuals to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. For additional information on our Equal Employment Opportunity policies, please visit our EEO page.