Sr Inventory Planning Analyst

Cardinal Health; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,600; 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 myFlexPay

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in the United States is seeking a Sr Analyst to join their Inventory Optimization team. This role involves optimizing inventory, collaborating with various business functions, and leveraging analytical skills to improve processes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have experience in inventory planning, along with strong proficiency in tools like Alteryx and Tableau. This position offers a competitive salary range of $57,000 – $81,600.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working under Planning functions (Supply / Demand / Inventory).
• Ability to analyze data trends and drive action from findings.
• Self-starter with capability to navigate ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze finished goods inventories optimal stocking levels.
• Lead supply chain projects to optimize inventory.
• Execute process improvement initiatives related to inventory optimization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Lean knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations or Supply Chain

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

IBP/Kinaxis Inventory Optimization

Job description

Job Summary

Cardinal Health is currently seeking a Sr Analyst to join our Inventory Optimization team. The incumbent will be part of a Global, Cross Functional Team with the goal to drive the essential inventory planning and inventory optimization initiatives across all business units under the Medical Segment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with global planning, manufacturing, operations, marketing/sourcing, finance, customer service and other functions inside CAH to develop and analyze CAH finished goods inventories optimal stocking levels (Safety Stock/Coverage Profiles).
• Responsible for inventory optimization and continuous improvement initiatives within the value chain, support deal buys and perform data analysis and turns insights into tangible actions, build and automate reports/dashboards.
• Identify and lead supply chain projects to optimize inventory through scenario planning and reduce service level risks by rolling out best practices in support of optimal inventory performance and capital management and supporting projects in collaboration with supply chain, operations, financial, & commercial teams.
• Execute process improvement initiatives related to inventory optimization strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations or Supply Chain preferred.
• 3+ years of experience working under Planning functions (Supply / Demand / Inventory) preferred.
• Experience with Alteryx, Tableau, IBP/Kinaxis Inventory Optimization (MEIO) is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, proven ability to analyze data trends with the use of reporting tools and drive action from findings.
• Lean knowledge and Operational Excellence project experience preferred.
• Self-starter, ability to navigate ambiguity, be proactive in recommending solutions & solving problems.
• Strong professionalism, interpersonal and influencing skills; ability to build rapport, understanding, and trust with all key stakeholders.

Anticipated salary range

$57,000 – $81,600

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

Application window anticipated to close

12/15/25 – if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

EEO Statement

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.