Sr Data Analyst – Supply Chain Analytics

Cardinal Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off

HSA/FSAs

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join the US Nationwide Field Supply Chain Systems team. The role centers on aligning data and technology to optimize warehouse and transportation operations, delivering timely insights for management.

You will design dashboards, model scenarios, and collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations to drive data-driven improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of analytics experience with a strong focus on supply chain operations.
• Advanced knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes and challenges, especially transportation and warehousing.
• Experience with Transportation/Warehouse Management Systems (TMS/WMS) preferred.
• Experience with Big Data systems, Data Lakes, and analytics ecosystems managing Build and Run teams.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau/Power BI/Looker.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) BigQuery and Alteryx ETL tooling.
• Experience with AI/ML modeling tools and Agile environments.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets related to transportation, warehousing, and other supply chain operations to identify trends and opportunities.
• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports to present complex information clearly.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define KPIs and deliver data-driven solutions.
• Model supply chain scenarios and forecast performance using advanced analytics.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across analyses and reporting.
• Lead ML/AI projects across Global Logistics, from opportunity analysis to implementation.

Skills

Analytics

Supply chain

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/CS/Math

Advanced degree

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

BigQuery

Alteryx

Job description

US-Nationwide-FIELD

Full time

Job Summary

The Business Intelligence team emphasizes a partnership with internal customers to enable operational processes within Cardinal Health Supply Chain Systems. This position provides support to our medical manufacturing, replenishment, and distribution centers by aligning data and technology solutions to optimize the value of the warehouse and transportation for the supply chain. The team drives business innovation by leveraging emerging technologies and turning them into differentiating business capabilities.

The team is responsible for applying business process knowledge and data analytics to develop, recommend and communicate timely, accurate, relevant, and actionable insights to support business decisions and objectives. The position will work across multi-functional teams, such as IT, Finance, Operations, Logistics team members, and Cardinal Health management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets related to transportation, warehousing, and other supply chain operations to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using data visualization tools to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for internal stakeholders, including operations, logistics, and executive leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, define key performance indicators (KPIs), and deliver data-driven solutions.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques and tools to model supply chain scenarios and forecast performance.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all analyses and reporting.
• Lead Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects across the Global Logistics team – including opportunity analysis, implementation, and product ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field preferred
• Advanced Degree is desired
• Preferred certifications: APICS Supply Chain, Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or Project Management
• 8+ years of analytics experience with a strong focus on supply chain operations
• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and common challenges, with preferred expertise in transportation and warehousing
• Experience working with Transportation/Warehouse Management Systems(TMS/WMS) preferred
• Experience working in Big Data systems, Data Lakes, and Analytics related fields managing Build and Run teams
• Experience with Data Visualization tools preferred (Tableau, PowerBi, or Looker preferred)
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) BigQuery and Alteryx ETL tools preferred
• Experience using AI/ML modeling tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio, Github Copilot, or other similar tools.
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex analytical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

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 : 10/12/26

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.

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.