Senior Sourcing Manager, McKesson Brands

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 Medical-Surgical is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to join our McKesson Brands team in Richmond, VA. The Senior Sourcing Manager, McKesson Brands is a strategic sourcing individual contributor responsible for identifying, onboarding, and managing domestic and global suppliers that deliver best-in-class products and pricing. This role manages several complex, SKU-intensive product categories and partners closely with Product Development, Cost Management, Supply-Chain, Category Management, and Quality Assurance to drive competitive advantage, supplier excellence, and geographic diversification. Candidates with CPG and/or private label experience are preferred. Candidates within the state of Virginia can be considered, but close proximity to Richmond, VA is highly preferred due to required onsite meetings and collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy for responsible categories, aligning key initiatives with business priorities to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence Identify and evaluate top-tier domestic and international suppliers, including contract manufacturers, to support McKesson Brands’ product portfolio. Act as a liaison between suppliers and McKesson, ensuring clear communication and alignment on expectations. Evaluate, select, and manage vendors to ensure consistent, high-quality, and competitively priced product supply. Hold suppliers accountable for performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Improve geographic diversification of the supplier base by leveraging Country of Origin strategies. Address quality or supply issues in collaboration with the Quality Assurance (QA) team. Research and anticipate shifts in supplier negotiating power and market dynamics. Category Leadership Manage 2–3 complex, SKU-intensive product categories, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and customer needs. Develop deep expertise in the supply landscape for assigned categories, including country-specific capabilities, emerging players, and market trends. Identify great sourcing options for new products designed by the Product Development Management (PDM) organization. Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as a strong business partner to the Product Development team, aligning sourcing strategies with product innovation and lifecycle goals. Collaborate with National Brand Category Management to ensure strategic alignment between private label and branded offerings. Partner with Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams to ensure supplier compliance and operational excellence. Lead sourcing events in partnership with PDM and the RFP Analyst to determine the optimum supplier for each business line. Negotiation & Project Management Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and long-term partnerships. Proactively identify new supplier potentials and develop strategic relationships. Manage sourcing projects from initiation through execution, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Demonstrate the ability to debate, decide, and commit with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Minimum Requirements: Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7 years of relevant experience. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, preferably in healthcare, consumer goods, or private label. Ability to travel approximately 15%, some international Proven track record of managing supplier relationships and holding vendors accountable. Experience managing SKU-intensive product categories and working with global contract manufacturers. Strong negotiation, project management, and relationship-building skills. Interest in and sensitivity to other cultures; global sourcing experience preferred. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of healthcare regulatory and quality standards. Medical device sourcing experience Experience in private label or branded product development. Familiarity with sourcing tools, ERP systems, and supplier performance metrics. 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 $98,500 - $164,100 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. Join us at McKesson! 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.

Salary : $98,500 - $164,100