Transportation Network Optimization Lead

Cardinal Health; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

HSA/401k

MyFlexPay

FSAs

Disability insurance

Work-Life resources

Parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking an experienced Transportation Network Design professional to support new business opportunities and drive optimization initiatives. You will lead transportation cost modeling, route and location optimization, and cost-to-serve analyses, collaborating with Legal, Finance, Supply Planning, Sales, Data Analytics, and carriers.

You will manage cross-functional projects, deliver actionable insights, and drive measurable improvements in efficiency and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis, regression modeling, and optimization techniques.
• Excellent business writing and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to improve logistics capabilities and service optimization across the Cardinal Health network.
• Optimize routing and location strategies using advanced modeling software.
• Design, implement, and maintain routing solutions that drive measurable cost savings.
• Conduct cost-to-serve and fleet equipment analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Apply statistical analysis, regression modeling, and optimization techniques to enhance supply chain processes.
• Lead transportation cost modeling and support customer contract negotiations.
• Develop and operationalize new logistics capabilities through standardized processes and procedures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the enterprise to inform decisions and gather feedback.

Skills

Network optimization

Data analysis

Regression modeling

Optimization techniques

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Descartes WinRoute

Alteryx

Llamasoft/Coupa Supply Chain Guru

JDA/Blue Yonder

Job description

Cardinal Health is seeking an experienced Transportation Network Design professional to support new business opportunities and drive optimization initiatives. You will lead transportation cost modeling, route and location optimization, and cost-to-serve analyses, collaborating with Legal, Finance, Supply Planning, Sales, Data Analytics, and carriers.

You will manage cross-functional projects, deliver actionable insights, and drive measurable improvements in efficiency and customer satisfaction