Inventory Management Analyst

Cardinal Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking an Inventory Management Analyst at our Omaha facility. You will support materials handling, distribution, and inventory optimization across the Cardinal Health network, ensuring product availability and strong vendor relations.

The role focuses on forecasting, procurement, backorder handling, and customer service while leveraging WaveMark and Premier to maintain accurate records and timely updates for OR and clinical supplies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and basic computer applications preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to maintain inventory accuracy while supporting operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement and replenishment of sterile processing and operating room (OR) supplies to ensure product availability and support patient care operations.
• Coordinate returns of defective or damaged OR products, including inspection, documentation, packaging, and shipment through receiving and dock teams.
• Utilize inventory management systems, including WaveMark and Premier, to create, maintain, and track inventory records and product numbers for OR and clinical supplies.
• Process product additions, changes, and deletions within inventory systems while maintaining accurate inventory data and supply levels.
• Place and monitor orders with Cardinal Health and other vendors, proactively communicating delays, backorders, and substitute product options to end users.
• Partner with inventory managers, receiving teams, clinical staff, and other stakeholders to support supply chain operations and resolve inventory-related issues.
• Track pending purchase orders and open orders, ensuring timely follow‑up and resolution of fulfillment concerns.
• Provide customer service through email, phone, and in‑person communication, addressing product inquiries, order issues and supply requests.

Skills

Inventory management systems

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Excel / spreadsheets

Education

High School diploma

Tools

WaveMark

Premier

Job description

Onsite at Nebraska Medicine's Omaha Hospital campus; not a remote position. Shift: Monday‑Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm Pay rate: $23.00 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

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.

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. The Analyst, Inventory Management is also responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service through the management of forecasts, procurement activity, customer demand and inventory levels.

This job provides support to supply chain specific projects and initiatives to drive process improvement. The Analyst, Inventory Management develops strong relationship with suppliers to aid in the resolution of major operational issues.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of inventory, supply chain, warehouse, or related experience preferred.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to maintain inventory accuracy while supporting operational efficiency in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with internal teams, vendors, and customers to resolve inventory and order‑related issues.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and basic computer applications preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks independently.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, move, and stage materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement and replenishment of sterile processing and operating room (OR) supplies to ensure product availability and support patient care operations.
• Coordinate returns of defective or damaged OR products, including inspection, documentation, packaging, and shipment through receiving and dock teams.
• Utilize inventory management systems, including WaveMark and Premier, to create, maintain, and track inventory records and product numbers for OR and clinical supplies.
• Process product additions, changes, and deletions within inventory systems while maintaining accurate inventory data and supply levels.
• Place and monitor orders with Cardinal Health and other vendors, proactively communicating delays, backorders, and substitute product options to end users.
• Partner with inventory managers, receiving teams, clinical staff, and other stakeholders to support supply chain operations and resolve inventory-related issues.
• Track pending purchase orders and open orders, ensuring timely follow‑up and resolution of fulfillment concerns.
• Provide customer service through email, phone, and in‑person communication, addressing product inquiries, order issues and supply requests.

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

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, CardinalHealth, 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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