Inbound Operations Manager

Shift
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Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM; additional flexibility may be required to meet business needs.

Anticipated salary range
:$99,700-$142,500

Bonus eligible:Yes

Benefits
:

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Proven experience leading supervisors and large employee populations in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a warehouse, distribution center, or regulated healthcare environment preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; experience utilizing Pivot Tables, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems such as SAP, Manhattan, or similar platforms preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization projects, and operational excellence programs.
• Strong understanding of distribution, logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Experience operating within FDA, DEA, OSHA, or other regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment, warehouse workflows, and labor management practices preferred.
• Strong understanding of process flow, inventory control, quality systems, and workplace safety principles.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, team-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills with a focus on employee engagement and development.

• Provide leadership and daily operational oversight for a team of 3 direct-report supervisors and approximately 50 indirect associates across Inbound, Outbound, and Quality/Inventory Control functions.
• Direct warehouse operations to ensure the safe, accurate, and timely receipt, storage, and distribution of medical products while meeting customer service, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency throughout the facility.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and operational excellence by providing visible leadership on the warehouse floor and within the office environment.
• Develop and implement operational strategies, programs, and process improvements that optimize labor utilization, warehouse throughput, and facility space utilization.
• Translate business objectives and organizational strategy into measurable departmental goals and executable operational plans.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Partner with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to proactively resolve issues, support business objectives, and participate in customer meetings and operational reviews as needed, including travel up to 15%.
• Lead the development of supervisors and associates through hiring, onboarding, coaching, training, performance management, succession planning, and career development initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Human Resources, Quality & Regulatory Affairs (QRA), Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Transportation, and Customer Service to drive operational effectiveness and business results.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, peers, customers, and leadership to promote a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Manage staffing requirements,…