Sr Consultant, Operational Excellence - Distribution

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 107,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage (short & long-term

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a senior Operational Excellence professional to identify and drive performance improvements across our distribution network. You will leverage Lean Six Sigma and data analytics to uncover opportunities, lead cross-functional teams, and implement sustainable process enhancements.

The role requires 8+ years in operations or data analytics, with expertise in KPI deployment, training, and change management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in Operations, OPEX or Data Analytics preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, etc.
• Experience with Data Visualization tools (PowerBI/Tableau, Lucid, SQL preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with statistical software preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Travel Expectations: Up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities within the distribution network through data analysis, process observation, and organizational support.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions that address identified opportunities.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to analyze current processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop process improvements.
• Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Provide training and coaching to employees on Lean and Six Sigma principles and tools.
• Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to distribution and logistics.
• Support the development and implementation of the overall OPEX strategy for the distribution network.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure that implemented solutions are sustainable and aligned with business objectives.
• Develop standard work instructions and process documentation to support implemented solutions.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analytics

Project management

Power BI/Tableau

SQL

Communication

Travel 50%

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Data Analytics, Business, Supply Chain)

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Lucid

SQL

Job description

Job Summary

Operational Excellence is responsible for identifying and executing performance improvement opportunities, enabling successful transformations across the enterprise, and using contemporary process improvement techniques while building people capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities within the distribution network through data analysis, process observation, and organizational support.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions that address identified opportunities.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to analyze current processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop process improvements.
• Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Provide training and coaching to employees on Lean and Six Sigma principles and tools.
• Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to distribution and logistics.
• Support the development and implementation of the overall OPEX strategy for the distribution network.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure that implemented solutions are sustainable and aligned with business objectives.
• Develop standard work instructions and process documentation to support implemented solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar preferred
• 8+ years of experience in Operations, OPEX or Data Analytics preferred
• Preferred Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, etc.
• Experience with Data Visualization tools (PowerBI/Tableau, Lucid, SQL preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with statistical software preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Travel Expectations: Up to 50%

Anticipated salary range:$106,700 - $152,400

Bonus eligible:Yes

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

Application window anticipated to close:11/1/26

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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.