Coordinator, Inventory Management (2nd Shift)

Cardinal Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 61,893,000 - 79,085,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage (short & long-term

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking an Inventory Management professional for the 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:00pm - 11:30pm) at the Consumer Health Logistics Center. The role covers material handling, warehousing, transportation, inventory control, and demand/supply planning to minimize costs while meeting service targets.

The position requires 1-2 years of operations or inventory experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of operations experience preferred.
• High school degree or GED.
• Previous inventory experience preferred.
• Comfortable with extensive computer use.
• Ability to operate quickly and accurately in a distribution environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and verbal communication skills.
• Good written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Basic proficiency in English, including reading and writing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Research and resolve count variances to ensure accurate inventory records.
• Moves inventory locations to maintain efficient operations.
• Reviews and intervenes on all recall notices for products.
• Handles expired product return from vendors.
• Performs daily cycle count reconciliations.
• Assist vendor in the returns process of damages, overages, and partials.
• Checks expiration dates on products for correct location and system.
• Audits and verifies inbound receipt documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Processes inventory moves and adjustments.
• Works with the operations department to ensure efficiency and accuracy for daily/weekly tasks.
• Participates in vendor inventory audits.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Processes inventory moves and adjustments per client request.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Inventory control

Fast-paced environment

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anticipated hourly range: $21.60 per hour - $27.60 per hour based on experience (includes shift differential) 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

Application window anticipated to close: 09/26/2026

Role Overview

What Inventory 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. 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.

Shift / Location

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm This is an on-site position (5 days per week), based out of the Consumer Health Logistics Center

Responsibilities

• Research and resolve count variances to ensure accurate inventory records and identify potential areas of improvement in the process.
• Moves inventory locations as needed to maintain efficient and compliant operations.
• Reviews, processes and intervenes on all recall notices for products.
• Handles expired product return from vendors
• Performs daily cycle count reconciliations
• Assist vendor in the returns process of damages, overages, and partials.
• Checks expiration dates on products to ensure physical product location and system
• Audits and verifies inbound receipt documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Processes inventory moves and adjustments
• Works with the operational department to ensure efficiency and accuracy for all daily and weekly tasks
• Participates in and runs Vendor inventory audits
• Other duties as assigned
• Processes inventory moves and adjustments per client request

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete standard tasks. Works on routine assignments that require basic problem resolution. Refers to policies and past practices for guidance. Receives general direction on standard work; receives detailed instruction on new assignments. Consults with supervisor or senior peers on complex and unusual problems.

Qualifications

• All training is provided starting your first day!
• 1-2 years of operations experience preferred
• High school degree or GED
• Previous Inventory experience preferred
• Comfortable with extensive computer use
• Ability to operate quickly and accurately in a distribution environment
• Excellent problem-solving and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable operating computers
• Ability to be detail oriented
• Good written communication skills
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time in a warehouse environment
• Customer service experience, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Basic proficiency in English, including being able to read and write in English to process documents
• 1-3 years of inventory related experience, preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment while meeting established performance quotas and attendance requirements.
• Must be flexible to work overtime as needed.
• 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.

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.

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