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What Inventory Management contributes to Cardinal Health

Inventory Management is accountable for the design and execution of demand planning and customer forecasting systems, supply planning, product deployment and expediting processes, and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements.

Job Summary

The Analyst, Inventory Management plays an integral role in service and inventory optimization across Cardinal Health’s distribution network. This job is responsible for meeting desired inventory levels, vendor management activities and the handling of backorders and other supply related activities. This role is also responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service through the management of forecasts, procurement activity, customer demand and inventory levels. In Addition, this role provides support to supply chain specific projects and initiatives to drive process improvement. The role develops strong relationship with suppliers to aid in the resolution of major operational issues.

Location: This position requires you to be on-site at the customer location in Fontana, California.

Shift Schedule:  Monday-Friday 6am – 2:30pm/3:00pm

Responsibilities

• Ensures the attainment of desired service levels and inventory targets including the availability of products to fulfill customer orders in timely manner.
• Manages inventory levels to provide a high level of customer service while maximizing inventory turnover.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop forecasts, share information, address issues and concerns.
• Leads event management, execution of new and discontinued items, reporting and analytics activities.
• Builds relationships with internal customers, sources of supply, and business peers to reach desired business objectives.
• Performs all supply planning for assigned portfolio and issue purchase orders to suppliers and ensure timely delivery or orders.
• Assists in the resolution of issues involving order promising, deviations to planned inventory levels, establishment and utilization of safety stock, and customer delivery difficulties.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements that improve service, speed or cost, through analysis of supply chain information and metrics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Associates/Bachelors in related field preferred.
• Experience with inventory principles preferred. Experience in hospital inventory a plus.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills are essential.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) highly preferred.
• Customer service, problem solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Customer/Vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks.
• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity.
• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems.
• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions.
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments.

Anticipated hourly range: $25.00 per hour - $32.22 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

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: 07/22/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly 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.

Los Angeles Metro Area

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.