Directeur/trice National(e) de l'excellence opérationnelle/ National Director, Operational Excellence
Saint-Laurent, Canada Job ID JR0149217 Category Field Operations, Distribution Operations Post Date Jun. 22, 2026McKesson, l’une des 10 premières entreprises du classement Fortune Global 500, touche à pratiquement tous les aspects des soins de santé et s’emploie à faire une réelle différence. Nous sommes reconnus pour notre capacité à offrir un savoir, des produits et des services qui rendent les soins de qualité plus accessibles et plus abordables. Chez nous, la santé, le bonheur et le bien-être de nos gens et des personnes que nous desservons sont prioritaires—et nous tiennent à cœur.
Ce que tu fais chez McKesson a de l’importance. Nous favorisons une culture où tu peux t’épanouir et avoir un impact, et où tu es encouragé à proposer de nouvelles idées. Ensemble, nous façonnons l’avenir de la santé pour nos patients, nos communautés et nos équipes. Si tu souhaites dès aujourd’hui contribuer à la santé de demain, nous aimerions avoir de tes nouvelles.
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.
Résumé de l’emploi
Le/la Directeur/trice National(e) Amélioration de la performance, sera responsable de la définition, de l’amélioration et de la mise en œuvre de la vision et des outils d’amélioration continue se rapportant à tous les domaines clés de la chaîne d’approvisionnement de McKesson Canada. Il ou elle jouera un rôle déterminant dans l’élaboration et l’influence de la culture d’excellence au sein des opérations, mettre en place notre centre d’excellence et travaillera en étroite collaboration avec les directeurs des opérations, pour bâtir et maintenir les indicateurs clés de la performance. Certaines responsabilités incluront le développement et la mise en œuvre de programmes de formation, de processus standard, de méthodes d’amélioration standard et de routines de gestion afin de garantir une amélioration durable de la performance de la chaîne d’approvisionnement. Le/la candidat(e) doit avoir de solides compétences en communications interpersonnelles et en gestion allégée pour réussir ce changement culturel.
Responsabilités spécifiques
Gestion des relations
Influencer positivement les directeurs dans l’ensemble de l’organisation pour garantir que les activités d’amélioration de la performance reçoivent le soutien nécessaire sur nos sites et qu’elles disposent des ressources adéquates pour garantir une mise en œuvre appropriée et opportune des solutions.
Direction de personnel
Diriger, encadrer, développer et promouvoir les équipes de gestion et les membres du personnel afin de contribuer à élever le niveau de compétence en matière d’amélioration de la performance.
Veiller à ce que les membres de la gestion et de l’équipe reçoivent la formation et les conseils adéquats pour pouvoir accompagner, former et conseiller les agents de changement au sein de l’entreprise afin d’atteindre les objectifs en matière d’excellence opérationnelle.
Leadership opérationnel
Établir et promouvoir une culture d’excellence opérationnelle dans l’ensemble de la distribution, en identifiant les occasions et en mettant en œuvre des processus conformes aux pratiques exemplaires.
Développer et mettre en œuvre des initiatives et des projets stratégiques à l’échelle nationale.
Détenir et surveiller la synchronisation des POS nationaux dans tous les centres de distribution.
Être un acteur clé afin d’améliorer continuellement l’efficacité des opérations, notamment le taux de couverture, les livraisons ponctuelles, l’exactitude, la productivité, l’intégrité des produits et les coûts.
Centre d’excellence nationale
Promouvoir la culture d’excellence.
Développer et améliorer le centre national d’excellence opérationnelle.
Définir la stratégie de mise en œuvre du système d’excellence opérationnelle.
Perfectionner et fournir la formation aux équipes de gestion.
Garantir l’usage des principes Lean dans notre chaîne d’approvisionnement.
Évaluer les opportunités d’intégration des solutions d’intelligence artificielle dans nos processus d’affaire et mise en place de celles-ci.
Cadre de gestion
Créer et mettre en œuvre les routines et les outils du cadre de gestion entourant l’amélioration de la performance dans nos centres de distribution (14).
Définir la stratégie de mise en œuvre du cadre de gestion.
Perfectionner et fournir la formation aux équipes de gestion.
Veiller à ce que les pratiques exemplaires en matière de gestion soient utilisées sur nos différents sites.
Audits sur la performance nationale
Responsable de l’intégrité des processus au sein du réseau de distribution.
Créer et surveiller les programmes d’audits sur la performance nationale.
Effectuer un suivi des mesures correctives.
Émettre des recommandations pour les sites.
Recueillir et partager les pratiques exemplaires.
Surveillance de l’indicateur clé de performance (ICP) et intégrité des données
Contribuer activement à la vision et à l’exercice budgétaire, valider et hiérarchiser les projets comme l’aménagement du centre de distribution, l’optimisation de l’entreposage, la planification des itinéraires, le flux des marchandises, la planification des capacités, l’inventaire (grille d’échéances, DOH, risques et dommages), la qualité et les services.
Travailler avec l’équipe analytique des données pour créer des indicateurs clés de performance (ICP) principaux et secondaires afin de soutenir notre stratégie.
Gestion du programme
Travailler en collaboration avec les opérations des ventes et d’approvisionnement afin de définir une planification optimale de nos programmes saisonniers.
Le/la titulaire de ce poste aura à soutenir de façon quotidienne des clients internes et/ou externes à l’extérieur du Québec et/ou aux États-Unis. Par conséquent, ce poste requiert une maîtrise de l’anglais à l’écrit et à l’oral. Veuillez noter que le nombre de postes dont les tâches requièrent une connaissance de la langue anglaise a été restreint dans la mesure du possible.
Exigences du poste
Posséder un minimum de 10 ans d’expérience dans un poste semblable, de gestion ou d’amélioration continue associé à une compréhension soutenue de la chaîne d’approvisionnement, de la gestion de l’inventaire, du flux de marchandise ou des opérations de production au sein des centres de distribution.
Un diplôme en ingénierie ou en administration est un atout.
Faire preuve d’une expérience reconnue en mise en œuvre d’un système d’excellence dans un environnement composé de plusieurs sites.
Être organisé(e) et méthodique, avec une méthode de travail minutieuse.
Posséder des aptitudes reconnues en résolution de problème, être axé(e) sur les détails et posséder des capacités de prises de décisions.
Posséder une expérience solide en matière de normes de travail de l’ingénierie.
La connaissance de Lean Six Sigma est un atout.
Posséder de solides compétences de présentation et une capacité à montrer les possibilités tout en inspirant les équipes.
Excellente aptitude en communication orale et écrite.
Aptitude à planifier et à diriger des séances de facilitation.
Le bilinguisme (français et anglais) est un atout.
Être en mesure de voyager (20%-50% du temps de travail).
Posséder des connaissances à jour sur les tendances de l’industrie et pouvoir les appliquer chez McKesson.
Le/la titulaire de ce poste aura à soutenir de façon quotidienne des clients internes et/ou externes à l’extérieur du Québec et/ou aux États-Unis. Par conséquent, ce poste requiert une maîtrise de l’anglais à l’écrit et à l’oral. Veuillez noter que le nombre de postes dont les tâches requièrent une connaissance de la langue anglaise a été restreint dans la mesure du possible.
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Job Summary
The National Director, Operational Excellence, will be responsible for defining, improving, and implementing the vision and tools for continuous improvement across all key areas of McKesson Canada’s supply chain. He or she will play a key role in developing and influencing a culture of excellence within operations, establishing a center of excellence, and working closely with Operations Directors to build and maintain key performance indicators. Responsibilities include developing and implementing training programs, standard processes, standard improvement methods, and management routines to ensure sustainable improvement in supply chain performance. The candidate must have strong interpersonal communication skills and lean management expertise to successfully drive this cultural change.
Specific Responsibilities
Relationship Management
Positively influence directors across the organization to ensure that performance improvement initiatives receive the necessary support at sites and are properly resourced for timely implementation.
People Leadership
Lead, coach, develop, and promote management teams and staff members.
Ensure that management and team members receive appropriate training and guidance to support and coach change agents across the organization.
Operational Leadership
Establish and promote a culture of operational excellence across distribution.
Develop and implement strategic initiatives at a national level.
Own and monitor alignment of national SOPs across distribution centers.
Act as a key driver in improving operational efficiency including service levels, on-time delivery, accuracy, productivity, product integrity, and costs.
National Center of Excellence
Promote Culture of Excellence
Develop and enhance the national operational excellence center.
Define the implementation strategy.
Deliver training to management teams.
Ensure application of Lean principles across the supply chain.
Evaluate artificial intelligence integration opportunities in our business processes and support implementation of these solutions.
Management Framework
Implement management routines and tools across 14 distribution centers.
Define framework strategy.
Train management teams.
Ensure best practices are applied across all sites.
National Performance Audits
Ensure process integrity across the network.
Develop and monitor audit programs.
Track corrective actions.
Provide site recommendations.
Share best practices.
KPI Monitoring and Data Integrity
Support planning and budgeting and prioritize projects including layout, warehouse optimization, routing, flow, capacity, inventory, quality, and services.
Work with analytics teams to develop KPIs.
Program Management
Collaborate with sales and supply operations to optimize seasonal program planning.
Job Requirements
Possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar management or continuous improvement role, combined with a strong understanding of supply chain, inventory management, merchandise flow, or production operations within distribution centers.
A degree in engineering or business administration is an asset.
Demonstrated experience implementing a system of excellence in a multi-site environment.
Be organized and methodical, with a meticulous work approach.
Possess proven problem-solving skills, a focus on detail, and strong decision-making abilities.
Have solid experience with engineering work standards.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma is an asset.
Possess strong presentation skills and the ability to demonstrate possibilities while inspiring teams.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Ability to plan and lead facilitation sessions.
Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset.
Willingness to travel (20%-50% of working time).
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and the ability to apply them at McKesson.
The incumbent of this position will provide daily support to internal and/or external clients outside Quebec and/or in the United States. Therefore, he/she must be proficient in spoken and written English. Please note that the number of positions requiring English language skills has been limited where possible.
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Our Base Pay Range for this position
$120,800 - $201,400McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
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