Manager, Inbound Operations (Day Shift)

Cardinal Health•New York, NY

2d•$109,600 - $156,600

About The Position

At Cardinal Health, we're developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities. What Warehouse Operations 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. Warehouse Operations is responsible for strategic oversight and leadership direction within the Operations function. Job Summary: The Manager, Warehouse Operations oversees the building’s inbound/outbound processing, including receiving, put away, and returns to achieve operational efficiency and safety. Through successful operational and people management, this job delivers on the business unit’s short-term goals, improves profitability, and develops the business unit’s warehouse talent. This job also responds to urgent customer needs or supply disruptions to ensure customer commitments are fulfilled. 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. To read and review this privacy notice click here Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future. View Cardinal Health on YouTube

Requirements

7+ years of experience, preferred
Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
5+ years of supervisory/management experience, preferred
Possess a strong understanding of distribution operations and measurement systems preferred
Be able to hire a team and hold individuals accountable for results
Understand lean production principles and possess the ability to measure the performance of a process preferred
Possess strong analytical skills
Possess strong communication and relationship building skills (i.e., have the ability to manage change)
Understand fundamental production planning principles (e.g., capacity vs. demand)
Possess the ability to learn and execute activities within warehouse and inventory management systems
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Principles and how they are beneficial preferred
Contribute to a work environment shows respect for every individual through the relentless pursuit of standardized work
Be a team player, results focused, and operate with a sense of urgency

Responsibilities

Lead and direct a team of 5 direct reports and 100+ indirect associates that includes inbound and outbound operations
Ensures the timely distribution and receipt of product while meeting the distribution center standards of budget, policies, procedures and quality.
Leads initiatives designed to improve processes or continuous improvement projects throughout the facility.
Provides leadership to the team and challenges the status quo; interacts with employees on the floor and in an office setting.
Influence and understand the business and culture strategy and translate the strategy into executable initiatives for their department.
Interfaces with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and participate in regularly scheduled meetings (this may include travel up to 10%).
Collaborates with cross functional teams at all levels within the organization, specifically within HR groups on a daily basis.
Cultivates positive relationships with peers and coworkers.
Interviews and make hiring decisions for supervisor, lead and niche roles.
Develops the supervisory and employee population, which includes training, coaching, counseling and performance appraisals.
Manages the distribution operation utilizing appropriate systems to track, analyze and improve day to day operational metrics.
Holds Supervisors accountable for their respective department KPI’s.
Enforces Cardinal Health compliance and regulations for OSHA, DEA, FDA, state and local authorities, primary facility contact for QRA compliance.
Manages site financial metrics including profit and loss and budgets.

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