Dir - Program Execution - Data, Analytics and AI

Job Description Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Director, Large Program Framework & Governance supporting Global Data and Technology Solutions (GDATS) the Director will help plan and support strategic IT development opportunities defined by GDATS and corporate strategy. This role supports the development and execution of various business and IT segment specific opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing a large portfolio of work executing key strategic initiatives centered on Data, Analytics, and AI. Director will lead the implementation of strategic projects/programs and services within and around that domain.
• Manage workstreams and capabilities with broad oversight and in close coordination with GDATS leaders and enterprise stakeholders. These projects will include internally focused initiatives to drive strategic solutions and integration across the broader organization.
• Manage complex program funding and budget levers, directly accountable for up to $60M annually.
• Collaborates effectively with various business units and departments across Cencora to facilitate execution of projects and initiatives.
• Works with GDATs and business leaders to manage risk, financials, timeline, and more through implementation activities and in support of the solution ownership team.
• Prioritize core people leadership capabilities – including coaching, development, etc. of program managers, project managers, and scrum masters.
• Must be capable of understanding and applying an industry-wide perspective on major trends, including customer, regulatory, technology, and distribution channel changes
• Supports efforts to align and integrate Cencora's strategic priorities with business unit strategies.
• Provides support on projects and assignments, which require commitment from interdepartmental and external resources.
• Must be capable of managing, providing coaching, mentoring and leadership to associates within the areas of responsibility.
• Must be willing to work extended hours, as needed, to meet objectives; must be willing to travel to events such as internal meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• Advanced degree highly preferred, such as MBA, MHA, MS, PMP, Agile Certification.
• Normally requires broad training in fields such as business administration, engineering, information technology, or similar vocations obtained through completion of Bachelor's degree program; master's degree (MBA or MHA) preferred; requires a minimum of five (5) years related and progressively responsible experience in the healthcare and/or execution teams.

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements:

• Data/Analytics experience
• Product Model/SAFe/Agile experience
• Intimate knowledge of healthcare industry
• Minimum 5 years people leadership experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate experience in managing and leading complex cross-functional projects and financials
• Well organized with demonstrated success in planning and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking and expresses ideas clearly, concisely, and logically
• Ability to make balanced and insightful decisions
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others
• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Demonstrated knowledge of various management principles; solid understanding and support of Cencora policies, philosophy, goals and objectives to integrate a complementary management network
• Ability to assess changing conditions, values, and needs of the customer; ability to conceptualize, develop and lead the effort required to support change