Senior Transportation & Logistics Lead

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; 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, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator to oversee outbound warehouse orders, prioritize based on customer demands, and coordinate with the dispatch team to select transport methods.

You will cluster orders for warehouse picking, collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer care to meet deadlines, and ensure compliance and safety across transportation activities. This role requires 2-4 years in warehouse/transport planning and proficiency with WMS and RF tech;

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Warehouse operations

Transportation planning

Communication skills

Excel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

WMS

RF technology

Job description

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator to oversee outbound warehouse orders, prioritize based on customer demands, and coordinate with the dispatch team to select transport methods.

You will cluster orders for warehouse picking, collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer care to meet deadlines, and ensure compliance and safety across transportation activities. This role requires 2-4 years in warehouse/transport planning and proficiency with WMS and RF tech;