Category Manager, Vaccines

## Category Manager, Vaccines Apply remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Richmond, VA, USA - 9954 Mayland Drive (G100):
Work at Home - Virginia, USA (WVAA):
Work at Home - Florida, USA (WFLA) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR0139828

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** About the Role (Job Summary)
** McKesson Medical-Surgical, a $10B division of a global healthcare leader, is seeking a
** Category Manager – Vaccines & Pharmaceutical Products
** to drive strategy and performance across a key portion of our Rx  this role, you will own category strategy, supplier relationships, and financial performance for assigned vaccine categories, including routine and travel vaccines. You will partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Pricing, and Supply Chain to deliver revenue growth and margin expansion.

This is a high-impact, highly collaborative role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
** What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
*** Own category strategy and execution for designated vaccine portfolios, with accountability for revenue growth and margin performance
* Develop and implement pricing, product assortment, and go-to-market strategies in partnership with Sales and Marketing
* Lead supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance management, and strategic alignment
* Conduct financial analysis and modeling to evaluate opportunities, inform decisions, and support negotiations
* Analyze market trends, customer demand, and competitive dynamics to shape category strategy
* Serve as a subject matter expert, providing insights and communicating category performance to internal stakeholders
* Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive execution of category initiatives
** Basic Requirements
*** Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience in category management, procurement, strategic sourcing, or related analytical business function
* Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, modeling, and business case development
* Experience managing supplier/vendor relationships and contract negotiations
* Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
* Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
** Preferred Skills/Experience
*** Experience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, or medical products
* Experience managing product category P&L or portfolio performance
* Background in supply chain, merchandising, or CPG/retail category management
* Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
* Strong communication and stakeholder influence skills
** Work Environment & Travel
*** Flexible (hybrid or remote based on business needs)
* Moderate travel (~5–10%, approximately 2–3 trips per year)
* McKesson complies with all applicable U.S. immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not provide employer support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment benefit for this role.
** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future. This includes having the legal right to work in the United States without the need for McKesson support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment authorization (e.g., H1B, O1, E3, H1B1, TN, F1 OPT, F1 STEM OPT, F1 CPT, etc.)

now or in the future.
** If you will require McKesson to provide immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future, you should not apply…