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INTRODUCTION
Headquartered in Dublin, OH, Cardinal Health is a global healthcare services and products company. We provide customized solutions for hospitals, healthcare systems, pharmacies, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, physician offices and patients in the home. We are a distributor of pharmaceuticals and specialty products; a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products; an operator of nuclear pharmacies and manufacturing facilities; and a provider of performance and data solutions. Working to be healthcare’s most trusted partner, our customer-centric focus drives continuous improvement and leads to innovative solutions that improve the lives of people every day.
Our Pharmaceutical & Specialty Solutions Segment distributes branded and generic pharmaceutical, specialty pharmaceutical and over-the-counter healthcare and consumer products in the United States. This segment also provides services to pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers for specialty pharmaceutical products; operates nuclear pharmacies and radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities; provides pharmacy management services to hospitals, as well as medication therapy management and patient outcomes services to hospitals, other healthcare providers and payers; and repackages generic pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter healthcare products.
What Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing contributes to Cardinal Health
The Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing team is responsible for managing supplier relations at a tactical level by executing and expediting purchase orders. Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing ensures the right quantity of products arrive in the right place, at the right time and cost. Assists in negotiating product and supply chain costs. Utilize terms and conditions of supplier contracts, work with internal customers to improve processes, and evaluate supplier performance that ultimately improves the supply chain.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Consultant, Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing (Key Accounts), you will collaborate with numerous cross-functional stakeholders, including sales, key account, purchasing, finance, operations, sourcing and more, to build and deliver a customer focused plan that considers historical trends, seasonality, promotional activities, sales goals, and product transition plans, and monitoring service performance while balancing our financial targets. As we continuously have new technology launches, this role is also supporting new forecasting tools/reporting/dashboard development and scalable processes to drive cross-functional collaboration, improve forecast accuracy, and support long term sales strategies.
LOCATION
This role will be a hybrid position requiring 1-day in-office per week at the Dublin, OH, headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day inventory management contact for assigned key accounts, leading customer calls and presenting to external customers in areas of service level, formulary compliance, inventory readiness, top shortages, proactive monitoring.
- Maintains contractual service level objectives through monitoring and appropriately reacting to daily service level issues.
- Work cross-functionally with different business partners to understand business growth strategy, market trend, customer demand trend changes, and reconcile significant forecast variances, refine forecasts to support customer demand and business growth.
- Analyzes new/changing customer usage and takes appropriate actions to plan for demand changes.
- Provide support with data analytics, root cause analysis, and problem resolution of inventory concerns or issues.
- Be a leader in driving process improvements and automation for demand planning tools to reduce manual data aggregation and increase visibility to the forecast analysis.
- Communicate ideas concisely to a wide variety of stakeholders for purposes ranging from informative to financial approval from executives.
- Ad-hoc analytics related to inventory Management by Objectives (MBOs).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field, preferred
- 4+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, logistics, and account management/customer service, preferred
- Proven track record of working across internal cross-functional departments and with external clients
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business intelligences tools for tracking KPIs and delivery metrics
- Ability to act as a trusted advisor to high-level accounts, while resolving day-to-day operational bottlenecks
- Strong root-cause analysis skills
- Experience in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) a plus
- Ability to be a self-starter with a high sense of urgency
ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $68,500 - $97,700
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 ANTICIPATED TO CLOSE: 11/30/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
*The salary 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.
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 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.
INTRODUCTION
Headquartered in Dublin, OH, Cardinal Health is a global healthcare services and products company. We provide customized solutions for hospitals, healthcare systems, pharmacies, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, physician offices and patients in the home. We are a distributor of pharmaceuticals and specialty products; a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products; an operator of nuclear pharmacies and manufacturing facilities; and a provider of performance and data solutions. Working to be healthcare’s most trusted partner, our customer-centric focus drives continuous improvement and leads to innovative solutions that improve the lives of people every day.
Our Pharmaceutical & Specialty Solutions Segment distributes branded and generic pharmaceutical, specialty pharmaceutical and over-the-counter healthcare and consumer products in the United States. This segment also provides services to pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers for specialty pharmaceutical products; operates nuclear pharmacies and radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities; provides pharmacy management services to hospitals, as well as medication therapy management and patient outcomes services to hospitals, other healthcare providers and payers; and repackages generic pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter healthcare products.
What Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing contributes to Cardinal Health
The Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing team is responsible for managing supplier relations at a tactical level by executing and expediting purchase orders. Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing ensures the right quantity of products arrive in the right place, at the right time and cost. Assists in negotiating product and supply chain costs. Utilize terms and conditions of supplier contracts, work with internal customers to improve processes, and evaluate supplier performance that ultimately improves the supply chain.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Consultant, Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing (Key Accounts), you will collaborate with numerous cross-functional stakeholders, including sales, key account, purchasing, finance, operations, sourcing and more, to build and deliver a customer focused plan that considers historical trends, seasonality, promotional activities, sales goals, and product transition plans, and monitoring service performance while balancing our financial targets. As we continuously have new technology launches, this role is also supporting new forecasting tools/reporting/dashboard development and scalable processes to drive cross-functional collaboration, improve forecast accuracy, and support long term sales strategies.
LOCATION
This role will be a hybrid position requiring 1-day in-office per week at the Dublin, OH, headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day inventory management contact for assigned key accounts, leading customer calls and presenting to external customers in areas of service level, formulary compliance, inventory readiness, top shortages, proactive monitoring.
- Maintains contractual service level objectives through monitoring and appropriately reacting to daily service level issues.
- Work cross-functionally with different business partners to understand business growth strategy, market trend, customer demand trend changes, and reconcile significant forecast variances, refine forecasts to support customer demand and business growth.
- Analyzes new/changing customer usage and takes appropriate actions to plan for demand changes.
- Provide support with data analytics, root cause analysis, and problem resolution of inventory concerns or issues.
- Be a leader in driving process improvements and automation for demand planning tools to reduce manual data aggregation and increase visibility to the forecast analysis.
- Communicate ideas concisely to a wide variety of stakeholders for purposes ranging from informative to financial approval from executives.
- Ad-hoc analytics related to inventory Management by Objectives (MBOs).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field, preferred
- 4+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, logistics, and account management/customer service, preferred
- Proven track record of working across internal cross-functional departments and with external clients
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business intelligences tools for tracking KPIs and delivery metrics
- Ability to act as a trusted advisor to high-level accounts, while resolving day-to-day operational bottlenecks
- Strong root-cause analysis skills
- Experience in S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) a plus
- Ability to be a self-starter with a high sense of urgency
ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $68,500 - $97,700
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 ANTICIPATED TO CLOSE: 11/30/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
*The salary 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.
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 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.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon256
- Fastenal99
- Alvarez & Marsal67
- Northrop Grumman63
- Tesla58
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services103
- Manufacturing58
- Healthcare & Medical Services54
- Technology & Software45
- Staffing & Recruiting40
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supply chain operations analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise platforms
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, data modeling, and complex formulas
- Experience with demand forecasting, inventory planning, or S&OP processes
- Ability to analyze large datasets and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred for mid-level and senior positions
Tips for Your Supply Chain Operations Analyst Job Search
Quantify your process improvement outcomes
Hiring managers for supply chain operations analyst roles expect metrics. Replace vague statements with specific outcomes: cycle time reduced, fill rate improved, or carrying costs cut. If you can describe the scope of the operation you analyzed, do it.
List every planning and analytics tool you know
Job postings for this role almost always filter on specific tools, from ERP platforms to advanced Excel and Python. Put a dedicated skills section near the top of your resume that lists every system you've worked in, even if your use was limited.
Target postings by supply chain function
Job titles vary widely across companies. Search for demand planner, inventory analyst, and S&OP analyst alongside supply chain operations analyst to surface roles that match your background. The day-to-day work and hiring criteria often overlap significantly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists supply chain operations analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a structured case for your interview
Interviewers for operations analyst roles commonly ask you to walk through a supply chain problem you solved end to end. Prepare two or three examples where you identified a data-driven gap, proposed a solution, and tracked the result. Practice stating each in under three minutes.
Negotiate by anchoring on scope and system complexity
When discussing compensation, tie your ask to the complexity of the supply chain you'll be analyzing: number of SKUs, supplier tiers, or geographies covered. Analysts working across multi-tier networks or ERP migrations typically command different offers than those in simpler environments.
Supply Chain Operations Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most supply chain operations analysts?
Amazon, Fastenal, and Alvarez & Marsal are hiring the most supply chain operations analysts right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around companies with large distribution networks or complex manufacturing operations.
How many supply chain operations analyst jobs are remote?
About 49% of supply chain operations analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles most common in manufacturing, distribution, and warehouse environments. Sub-functions like demand planning, data analytics, and S&OP reporting are more likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility than roles tied to physical inventory management.
How do you become a supply chain operations analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, business, or industrial engineering. Build hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles in logistics, procurement, or operations. Develop proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools. Earning an APICS certification such as the CSCP or CPIM strengthens your candidacy for analyst and senior analyst positions.
How do you get hired as a supply chain operations analyst with little experience?
Focus on roles titled supply chain coordinator, operations analyst, or logistics analyst, which share core responsibilities and serve as common entry points. Highlight any coursework in forecasting, inventory management, or operations research on your resume. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP platforms, even from academic projects, signals readiness. Internships in procurement or distribution are especially transferable.
What does the supply chain operations analyst interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your analytical background and tool experience, and at least one technical or case-based round where you work through a supply chain problem or interpret a dataset. Final rounds often involve a panel with cross-functional stakeholders such as operations, finance, or procurement leads.
Where can I find and apply to supply chain operations analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to supply chain operations analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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