Lead, Sourcing & Supplier Relations
London, United Kingdom Job ID JR0149587 Category Category Management, Business & Strategy Post Date Jul. 01, 2026ClarusONE Sourcing Services, LLP, provides strategic generic pharmaceutical services for both Walmart Stores, Inc. and McKesson Corporation. Its’ mission is to enable access to affordable medicines, which it has successfully been doing since its inception in 2016.
ClarusONE is a joint venture between Walmart and McKesson, two of the top 10 biggest corporations in the USA, according to the Fortune 500 list. They have more than two decades of history working together to improve the quality and lower the cost of pharmaceutical care to patients. This partnership leverages McKesson’s demonstrated strength and expertise in global pharmaceutical sourcing in conjunction with Walmart’s strength and commitment to delivering leading health and wellness services to their customers.
ClarusONE Sourcing Services is headquartered in London and prides itself on its can-do attitude that has ensured millions of Americans pay less when buying generic pharmaceuticals every day.
Role Summary
The Supplier Relations and Sourcing Lead plays a critical role within the Sourcing and Commercial Operations team, driving strategic supplier partnerships and sourcing initiatives that deliver measurable value, mitigate risk, and align with ClarusONE’s business objectives. This role champions innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement.
The Lead will maintain a strong connection to market and industry dynamics and collaborate cross-functionally with teams across ClarusONE - including Sourcing Execution, Finance, Member Engagement, Analytics, and Technology - to ensure seamless execution of supplier-related initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Identify opportunities and risks through data-driven insights, leading the development and execution of strategies that create value and reduce exposure.
Develop and implement supplier strategies, driving forward planning and goal alignment with key partners.
Deliver financial impact through complex negotiations, leveraging market intelligence and balancing value creation with risk management.
Cultivate and manage high-impact supplier relationships, including leading Business Review Meetings.
Collaborate across teams and with multiple stakeholders to enhance sourcing processes, elevating ClarusONE to best-in-class standards and ensure timely, effective delivery.
Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of initiative, innovation, and accountability.
Represent ClarusONE at industry events, positioning the organization as a thought leader in supplier relations and sourcing.
(The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties)
Minimum Requirement
Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Science, Engineering or a related field; MBA preferred.
Critical Skills
Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in retail, sourcing, consulting, pharmaceuticals, or FMCG.
Proven experience in supplier/category/contract management and financial analysis.
Familiarity with generic Rx, OTC pharmaceuticals, and consumer healthcare products preferred.
Additional Knowledge & Skills
Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Proficiency in synthesizing complex data into actionable insights.
Advanced Excel skills.
Comfortable working across cultures and time zones.
Formal training in negotiations and/or demonstrated experience.
McKesson 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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- McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
- McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
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