Warehouse Operations Manager

Schedule: M-F 12-8:30PM must be flexible with schedule to fit inbound and outbound schedules and needs

What Operations Management contributes to Cardinal Health

Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.

Operations Management is responsible for strategic oversight and leadership direction within the Operations function.
 

What is expected of you and others at this level in Operations for functional success

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
• Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects
• Gains consensus from various parties involved
• Has in-depth knowledge of work processes and tools within own area
• Makes decisions, often difficult and/or unpopular, by carefully weighing pros and cons and acting for the benefit of the work team; coaches/supports subordinates in their decision-making efforts
• Builds confidence and respect of others through a positive and energizing style
• Assists work team in the achievement of goals/ commitments; achieves own goals/commitments regardless of obstacles
• Works within budgetary/ financial objectives set by manager, applying knowledge of profit drivers to work processes within own area
• Identifies specific opportunities for long-term change within own work team or product/service
• Actively builds relationships across functions/businesses that bring value to the company, encouraging the participation and perspectives of all team members, regardless of background; mentors and empowers others to achieve success
• Effectively listens to and explains difficult issues to reach shared understanding and build alignment 

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage warehouse supervisors to achieve timely distribution and receipt of product and motivate employees to ensure that predetermined productivity and quality standards are achieved.
• Monitor productivity, adhere to budgetary guidelines, and work to meet Distribution Center objectives and operational goals while maintaining standards pertaining to quality.
• Hold supervisors accountable for conducting work in a safe manner, ensure support for a culture that strives toward continuous improvement in Environmental, Health and Safety.
• Recommend and implement programs, policies, and strategies to increase production and efficient space utilization and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency while providing flawless transactions and services; manage monetary assets and other resources to optimize cost effectiveness.
• Ensure quality service is provided to the customers and ensures prompt follow-through on customer correspondence, complaints and inquiries related to shipment of merchandise and stock-on-hand; Develops and implement modifications and innovations to improve the quality of service to our customers.
• Adhere to budget requirements and works toward obtaining objectives and division goals.
• Responsible for Cardinal Health compliance and regulations concerning OSHA, DEA, FDA, State and local authorities.
• Will be expected to be Kaizen leader trained and drive lean six sigma initiatives.
• Experience in LSS is a plus. Analytical and ability to adjust in a rapid environment.
• Coach, train and monitor employee performance

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience preferred.
• BA, BS or equivalent experience in related field. Advance Degree preferred.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• PIT or MHE experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Data Analytics
• Ability to relocate for future growth, preferred.
• Some travel required.
   

Anticipated salary range: $86,400-$123,400

Bonus eligible: Yes

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