Sr. Inventory Coordinator

Cardinal Health; Butterfield (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; 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)

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Inventory Management to analyze inventory and resolve inbound discrepancies, drive warehouse efficiency, and lead cycle counts. You will validate shipments, generate standard inventory reports, and coordinate forecasts to minimize costs while meeting service goals.

This role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with manufacturing, and quarterly review of stock levels to optimize warehousing operations.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of inventory or operations experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required for written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in data interpretation and statistical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Receives inbound products and verifies quantity against packing slips.
• Enters data in the database and releases products for use.
• Develops forecasts based on customer demand and shipment speeds.
• Places electronic orders from inventory reports and forecasts.
• Creates and analyzes inventory reports and cycle counts.
• Monitors inventory levels and investigates discrepancies.
• Coordinates product returns and quarantined items as needed.
• Updates data in AIMS/SAP/CIMA systems.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Analytical skills

Reports & graphs

Forecasting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AIMS/SAP/CIMA/Microsoft Office

Job description

What Inventory Management contributes to Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand. Inventory Management is accountable for the design and execution of demand planning and customer forecasting systems, supply planning, product deployment and expediting processes, and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements.

Job Summary The Senior Coordinator, Inventory Management analyzes existing inventory and resolves inbound discrepancies in order to drive the operational efficiency of warehouse operations. The Senior Coordinator validates inbound shipments, places electronic orders, creates standard inventory reports and forecasts, and leads regular cycle counts. By ensuring the quality and efficiency of inventory management, this job contributes to customer satisfaction and minimizing the facility’s expenses.

Responsibilities

• Receives inbound products from manufacturers and checks packing slips to ensure that the quantity of product matches the slips and the order placed.
• Enters and validates product data in the database and releases product for use in the facility.
• Develops forecasts of inventory based on customer demand, orders, and shipment speeds of various products and manufacturers.
• Places electronic orders based on inventory reporting and forecasting.
• Communicates with manufacturers as necessary to provide additional order information.
• Monitors inventory levels continually and runs reports from database to analyze slow-moving products, fast-moving products, and expiration date data.
• Evaluates quantity discrepancies and quality issues, such as damaged products and enters issues into database and contacts manufacturers to identify and resolve the issue and, as necessary, escalates the issue to the Manager.
• Conducts regular cycle counts by developing count lists, providing lists and instruction to other staff, and collecting and validating the count data.
• Manages the storage and outbound logistics of product returns to manufacturers as well as quarantined products.
• Updates data in AIMS/SAP/CIMA based on the products’ National Drug Codes.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience, preferred
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Computer Erudite, (AIMS/SAP/CIMA/Microsoft Office)
• Bilingual Required, able to communicate verbally and in written manner in English and Spanish
• Analytical skills to interpret and analyze data
• Generate statistical Reports and Graphs

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues, utilizing analytical interpretation of data
• May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works with limited supervision
• Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor
• May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members

Compensation

Anticipated hourly range: $16.70 - $26.29 per hour based on experience

Bonus eligible: No

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

Application window anticipated to close: 10/18/2026

The hourly 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.

Eligibility

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Overview

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.