VP, Network Operations - Global Supply Chain Leader

Cardinal Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 183,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Life/ Disability insurance

Job summary

Cardinal Health in the United States is seeking a Vice President, Network Operations to lead centralized strategic supply chain initiatives and standardize workflows across a world‑class distribution network.

The role reports to the Senior Vice President, Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Operations and drives capital planning, network design, and automation capabilities. Ohio-based location preferred with relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management functions preferred.
• Automation deployment experience in a distribution center or manufacturing site environment preferred.
• Experience leading new distribution center builds and implementations, from strategic planning and site readiness through operational launch and continuous improvement.
• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise-wide supply chain network strategies that drive service excellence, cost savings, network efficiency, capacity optimization, and operational performance.
• Proven ability to interface and partner with executive business leaders and strategic partners.
• Strong track record of leveraging cross-functional resources to deliver supply chain solutions.
• Innovative and critical thinking, adaptability in problem-solving, and the ability to provide actionable outcomes.
• Strong presentation skills suitable for all levels of the organization.
• Large scale business case development with financial acumen.
• Executive-level leadership experience managing diversity of talent across geographies.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Demonstrates timely decision making, priority setting, and well-rounded perspective.
• Possesses excellent process and program management skills.
• Demonstrates active listening and the ability to think creatively.
• Ability to travel 20%.
• Ohio-based location preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Network Operations vision, strategy, and goals in line with company priorities.
• Oversee supply chain modernization strategy, roadmap and investment plan for digital and automation.
• Lead continuous improvement to enhance service quality, reliability and efficiency.
• Design and assess network framework to optimize time and costs to market.
• Diagnose challenges and support system, process, and physical improvements across the network.
• Govern policies and procedures to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead metrics, reporting, and executive communications for network performance.
• Execute new supply chain programs and lean initiatives.
• Oversee KPIs and drive performance improvements.
• Manage overall function budget aligned with priorities.
• Oversee capital investments including automation deployment and DC modernization.
• Lead the Network Operations team and talent development.
• Ensure labor management programs deliver results.
• Lead strategic projects across the network.
• Support RFPs with inventory, capacity and service level guidance.
• Plan transportation and DC capacity expansion or consolidation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Travel 20%

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

Cardinal Health in the United States is seeking a Vice President, Network Operations to lead centralized strategic supply chain initiatives and standardize workflows across a world‑class distribution network.

The role reports to the Senior Vice President, Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Operations and drives capital planning, network design, and automation capabilities. Ohio-based location preferred with relocation assistance provided.