Global Trade Operations Advisor

Cardinal Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Advance wages (myFlexPay)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a seasoned Global Trade professional to manage US import/export documentation and broker instructions, ensuring compliance and timely filings. You will collaborate with destination sites, origin partners, and forwarders to optimize EEI processes and KPI outcomes.

The role calls for 4–8 years of trade experience, a related degree or equivalent, and strong organization to balance multiple priorities.

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 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 EEI filing and/or customs clearance without delays or extra costs.
• 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

Strong organizational skills

Fluent English

Advanced Microsoft Word

Advanced Excel

SOP writing experience

C-TPAT program experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Anticipated salary range: $67,500.00 - $96,300.00 Bonus eligible: No

Application window anticipated to close: 09/21/2026

Benefits

• 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

What Global Trade International Logistics & Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Global Trade

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 or 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.