Transportation Coordinator: Logistics & On-Time Delivery

Cardinal Health; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

HSA

401k savings plan

Early access to wages with myFlexPay

FSAs

Disability insurance

Work-life resources

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator to manage orders in outbound warehouse operations using the order warehouse management system. You will prioritize orders for customer demands and coordinate with the dispatch team for optimal transport methods to meet delivery goals.

You will cluster orders for warehouse picking and packing, collaborating with sales and marketing to ensure customer satisfaction and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of warehouse operations, training, shipping/receiving, or transportation planning experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, WMS, and RF technology.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles preferred.
• 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

Communication skills

Excel

WMS

RF technology

Lean Six Sigma

Flexible schedule

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator to manage orders in outbound warehouse operations using the order warehouse management system. You will prioritize orders for customer demands and coordinate with the dispatch team for optimal transport methods to meet delivery goals.

You will cluster orders for warehouse picking and packing, collaborating with sales and marketing to ensure customer satisfaction and quality standards.