Global Trade Operations Advisor

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Global Trade International Logistics & Operations professional in Illinois to design, implement and manage policies enabling compliant and cost-efficient international movement of products. You will handle US import/export documentation, broker coordination and KPI reporting to drive operational excellence.

The role requires 4–8 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and strong Excel/Word skills.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience, preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Experience with filing US Import and Export declarations, NRC and DEA regulated exports, imports of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, and shipments of radioactive hazardous material
• Strong organizational skills, enabling successful balancing of multiple priorities at one time
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fluent communication skills in English, other languages a bonus
• Experience writing standard operating procedures
• Experience implementing C-TPAT programs at a destination site level

Responsibilities

• US Import/Export documentation, broker instructions, export filing and entry compliance
• US Customs broker relationship building to facilitate tactical imports
• KPI management including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Working with destination sites and origin partners on CTPAT qualifications and processes
• Working with AES Direct, Livingston’s Tradesphere, and other Trade Management Systems, to allow for a seamless EEI filing and/or customs clearance without additional delays and costs to the CAH organization
• Document and communicate Import and export related job aids and requirements
• Support critical projects and other teams within the CAH organization
• Other projects as assigned

Skills

Import/Export compliance

KPI management

Documentation & filings

US trade regulations

Excel & Word proficiency

C-TPAT knowledge

SOP writing

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience

Tools

AES Direct

Livingston's Tradesphere

Trade Management Systems

Job description

Anticipated salary range:$67,500.00 - $96,300.00

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:09/21/2026

What Global Trade International Logistics & Operations contributes to Cardinal Health

Global Trade is responsible for the design, implementation and execution of policies, programs and platforms to enable compliant and efficient international movement of products and technologies.

Global Trade International Logistics & Operations is responsible for managing Global Trade execution focused on compliance, delivery excellence and cost optimization. This job family implements and executes Global Trade policies and serves as primary interface to internal business operations, as well as forwarders, and customs house brokers.

Responsibilities

• US Import/Export documentation, broker instructions, export filing and entry compliance
• US Customs broker relationship building to facilitate tactical, daily imports
• KPI management including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Working with destination sites and origin partners on CTPAT qualifications and processes
• Working with AES Direct, Livingston’s Tradesphere, and other Trade Management Systems, to allow for a seamless EEI filing and/or customs clearance without additional delays and costs to the CAH organization
• Document and communicate Import and export related job aids and requirements
• Support critical projects and other teams within the CAH organization
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience, preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Experience with filing US Import and Export declarations, NRC and DEA regulated exports, imports of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, and shipments of radioactive hazardous material
• Strong organizational skills, enabling successful balancing of multiple priorities at one time
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fluent communication skills in English, other languages a bonus
• Experience writing standard operating procedures
• Experience implementing C-TPAT programs at a destination site level

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Works on complex projects of large scope
• Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
• Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
• May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

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.