Manager, Pharmacy Operations (Night Shift)

Cardinal Health; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Pharmacy Operations Manager to lead the night shift warehouse operations, ensuring efficient order fulfillment and compliant distribution of medications. You will direct 50+ staff, plan administrative activities, and collaborate with EHS, IT, and Customer Service to support end-to-end pharmacy and warehouse operations.

The role requires a Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor in Pharmacy, with Puerto Rico licensure and 5+ years of pharmacist experience, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Pharmacy required; PharmD preferred.
• Puerto Rico Pharmacy Active License/Registration required.
• 5+ years pharmacist experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish required; Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Rotating night shifts possible.

Responsibilities

• Oversee night shift warehouse operations and ensure timely distribution of medications.
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate administrative activities; manage inventory and policies.
• Direct daily department operations with 50+ staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with regulations for receipt, storage, handling and distribution of medications.
• Provide pharmacist support and oversee operations at pharma/warehouse locations.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support seamless pharmacy and warehouse operations.
• Contribute to cost reduction and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain QA, regulatory compliance and month-end reports.

Skills

Pharmacist experience

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy

PharmD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What Pharmacy Operations Management contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that serve acute care, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Pharmacy Operations Management is responsible for strategic oversight and leadership direction within the Pharmacy Operations function.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmaceutical night shift warehouse operations, efficient order fulfillment and timely distribution of medications in accordance with established operational standards.
• Plan, coordinate, direct, and evaluate administrative activities as delegated by the VP of Operations, including inventory management, operational efficiency projects, risk mitigation initiatives, and the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Direct daily department operations while supervising a workforce of 50+ employees, including supervisor and business support staff.
• Implement and maintain processes and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations governing the receipt, storage, handling, and distribution of medications, as well as inventory and expense controls.
• Provides pharmacist support and oversight for operations at pharma and medical warehouse locations.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the night shift operations.
• Monitor performance to ensure departmental goals and service standards are consistently achieved.
• Maintain pharmacist certification records and oversee database access privileges and security controls to ensure compliance, data integrity, and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments, such as EHS, IT, Customer Service, and Opex, to support seamless pharmacy and warehouse operations.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management activities for subordinates, including competency assessments and related documentation.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, providing operational expertise and recommendations to support effective collaboration across functional areas.
• Lead and assist in the execution of strategic initiatives designed to reduce costs, improve operational efficiency, and support sustainable business growth.
• Assume responsibility for Quality Assurance monitoring, regulatory compliance activities, and the preparation of month-end operational reports.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.
• Serve as a backup for the day shift manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy is Required, PharmD is preferred.
• Puerto Rico Pharmacy Active License, Registration and Certifications are required for this role
• 5 or more years of pharmacist experience, preferred Supervisory experience is required.
• Strong analytical skills, leadership, conflict resolution and communication abilities.
• Distribution or manufacturing background experience is a plus.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is required Microsoft office Knowledge is required
• Must be able to work in rotative shifts if necessary.
• Must be available to work on night shift 6:00pm-3:00am

What is expected of you and others at this level

Manage department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff

Participate in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals

Ensure employees operate within guidelines

Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers

Interact with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management

Interaction normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects

Gains consensus from various parties involved

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 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.