Senior Transportation Coordinator - 1st Shift

Cardinal Health; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

HSA

401k savings plan

Early access to wages with myFlexPay

FSAs

Disability insurance

Work-life resources

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator to manage orders in outbound warehouse operations using the order warehouse management system. You will prioritize orders for customer demands and coordinate with the dispatch team for optimal transport methods to meet delivery goals.

You will cluster orders for warehouse picking and packing, collaborating with sales and marketing to ensure customer satisfaction and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of warehouse operations, training, shipping/receiving, or transportation planning experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, WMS, and RF technology.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles preferred.
• Ability to obtain MHE Train-the-Trainer certification to administer equipment certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work overtime with little to no advance notice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary backup for the Transportation Office, performing Transportation Planner responsibilities during planned and unplanned coverage.
• Manage, prioritize, optimize, and release customer orders within the WMS to support transportation efficiency, warehouse productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with Transportation Consultants, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to schedule routes, ensure equipment and driver availability, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Select appropriate transportation methods and carriers to meet customer requirements while supporting cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Collaborate with Customer Care and operations teams to fulfill rush orders, mitigate backorders, and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Support warehouse operations as needed, including picking, replenishment, put-away, shipping, and other operational activities.
• Assists with inventory control functions, including cycle counts, returns processing, and inbound/outbound discrepancy resolution to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with supply management, operational reporting, and administrative activities that support daily distribution center operations.
• Provides coaching and guidance to associates on operational processes, safety standards, and best practices.
• Maintain training records and support equipment certification programs to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Serve as a cross-functional subject matter resource, supporting operational initiatives, process improvements, and a culture of safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel

WMS

RF technology

Lean Six Sigma

Flexible schedule

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: Monday – Friday, 6am - 2:30pm (Hours and schedule may vary based on business needs) Anticipated hourly range: $21.50 per hour - $33.00 per hour Bonus eligible: No

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 Transportation contributes to Cardinal Health

Transportation is responsible for the movement of materials and products between suppliers, manufacturing, warehousing and the customer. Management of transportation assets and systems to gain greater service, cost efficiency and optimization of processes.

Job Summary

The Senior Transportation Coordinator works in outbound warehouse operations and is responsible for the management of all orders via the order warehouse management system, email and telephone. This job prioritizes orders based on customer demands and collaborates with the dispatch team to determine optimal transport methods (private fleet, courier, etc.). The Senior Transportation Coordinator clusters orders and strategically issues them to the warehouse for picking/ packing in an effort to effectively manage capacity. This role collaborates cross functionally with sales representatives and marketing to meet the needs of the customer and maintain customer satisfaction and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary backup for the Transportation Office, performing Transportation Planner responsibilities during planned and unplanned coverage.
• Manage, prioritize, optimize, and release customer orders within the WMS to support transportation efficiency, warehouse productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with Transportation Consultants, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to schedule routes, ensure equipment and driver availability, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Select appropriate transportation methods and carriers to meet customer requirements while supporting cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Collaborate with Customer Care and operations teams to fulfill rush orders, mitigate backorders, and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Support warehouse operations as needed, including picking, replenishment, put-away, shipping, and other operational activities.
• Assists with inventory control functions, including cycle counts, returns processing, and inbound/outbound discrepancy resolution to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with supply management, operational reporting, and administrative activities that support daily distribution center operations.
• Provides coaching and guidance to associates on operational processes, safety standards, and best practices.
• Maintain training records and support equipment certification programs to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Serve as a cross-functional subject matter resource, supporting operational initiatives, process improvements, and a culture of safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• 2-4 years of warehouse operations, training, shipping/receiving, or transportation planning experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, WMS, and RF technology.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and hours based on business needs.
• Ability to obtain MHE Train-the-Trainer certification to administer equipment certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work overtime with little to no advance notice.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Effectively applies knowledge of job and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of assignments
• In-depth knowledge in technical or specialty area
• Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems independently
• May modify process to resolve situations
• Works independently within established procedures; may receive general guidance on new assignments
• May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members

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.

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