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Onsite at Nebraska Medicine Omaha Hospital Anticipated salary range: $87,700 - $125,300 Shift: Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm with flexibility as needed. 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 myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Application window anticipated to close: 6/1/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

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. What Operations Management contributes to Cardinal Health 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. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain operations, or inventory control preferred. Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.

Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms preferred. Familiarity with AI-driven tools, including predictive analytics, demand planning software, and robotic process automation (RPA) solutions preferred. Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable decisions preferred.

Demonstrate strong communication skills, enabling effective crossfunctional collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement. Engage in customer-facing roles with a proven track record of collaboration and problem resolution. Lead change management initiatives and influencing at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 2 direct reports and 10 indirect associates, including Inventory and Quality Control teams. Oversee end-to-end materials management operations, including purchasing, receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution across the organization. Ensure accurate inventory levels by conducting cycle counts, audits, root-cause analysis, and driving continuous process improvements.

Develop, manage, and strengthen supplier relationships while monitoring vendor performance, service levels, and contract compliance. Implement and sustain lean principles to reduce waste, improve material flow, enhance efficiency, and optimize operational performance. Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for internal teams, including Supervisors, Supply Technicians, Dock Staff, and QIC, to drive accountability and performance improvement.

Leverage AI-powered forecasting tools to predict material demand, lead times, inventory risks, and potential supply disruptions. Design, build, and maintain dashboards that visualize inventory trends, consumption patterns, service levels, and operational KPIs for leadership review. Apply machine learning insights to enhance procurement strategies, optimize safety stock levels, and improve replenishment and demand-planning models.

Automate routine and transactional processes such as purchase order creation, inventory alerts, exception reporting, and supplier performance tracking. Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, data, finance, and operations teams to integrate AI-enabled tools within ERP, MRP, and WMS platforms. Lead digital transformation initiatives within the materials management and supply chain functions to modernize systems and processes.

Identify and implement workflow efficiencies using AI, robotic process automation (RPA), and advanced analytics. Develop and maintain policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and governance frameworks that incorporate AI-assisted decision-making. Support sustainability initiatives by optimizing material usage, reducing excess and obsolete inventory, and minimizing waste.

Provide leadership and mentorship to materials management teams, promoting continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence. What is expected of you and others at this level Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals Ensures employees operate within guidelines Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects Gains consensus from various parties involved Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background.

We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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