Executive Assistant
McKesson

Job Info

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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.

Job Summary

McKesson is a leading healthcare services and information technology company dedicated to improving the lives of patients and driving innovation in the healthcare industry. The Executive Assistant will support the VP & Head of Business Development and SVP of Customer Account Operations.As an Executive Assistant, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to our executives. Your role will involve managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel arrangements, preparing reports and presentations and handling confidential information with the utmost discretion. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

Anticipate the needs of executives and proactively address any potential issues or challenges that may arise.

Calendar and Meeting Management

• Proactively manage and optimize schedules to ensure efficient use of time.
  
• Actively participate in the organization, preparation, and attendance of in-person and/or virtual meetings (i.e., logistic, room setup, required materials provided pre and post meeting, refreshment needs, superb notetaking that can be synthesized into executive summaries in word or PowerPoint formats)
  
• Forward looking for future planning and preparation of upcoming meetings and deliverables.
  

Communication and Document Management

• Respond promptly and professionally to communication requests, maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
  
• Filter and prioritize incoming calls, mail, and emails, and prepare appropriate responses.
  
• Create professional reports and executive summaries using Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
  

Travel and Expense Management

• Arrange travel plans in a timely and cost-effective manner, adhering to company policies.
  
• Manage expense reports and ensure accurate and timely submission.
  

Onboarding and Team Support

• Facilitate smooth onboarding for new team members, ensuring provision of necessary resources.
  
• Provide training on systems, processes, and applications to support their integration.
  
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
  

Project and Task Management

• Lead and facilitateselectinitiatives, coordinating tasks and teams across different departments.
  
• Provide regular updates and status reports to stakeholders, ensuring project success.
  

Event Planning and Office Management

• Assist in planning and coordinating small events, maintaininga high level of professionalism.
  
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities, ensuring a conducive work environment.
  

Decision Support and Research

• Conduct research and provide analysis to support decision-making processes.
  
• Offer recommendations based on gathered information and insights.
  

Minimum Requirements

Typically requires 6+ years of related experience.

Critical Skills

• 6+ years of experience providing executive support in a corporate setting, primarily remote in nature.
  
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and handle sensitive information.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional professionalism.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Teams, CoPilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
  
• Exceptional time management and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically and proactively.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
  
• A growth mindset, with commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement.
  

Additional Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using ChatGPT and other AI-based platforms
  
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau), and outreach platforms (e.g., Outreach.io) is a plus.
  

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Position is mainly home-based with some office and air travel requirements (10%-15% travel)
  
• Physical ability to travel to meeting sites & events nationally; as needed.
  
• General office demands (standing/sitting).
  

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. 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

$31.43 - $52.38

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!

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