Sr Project Manager, Engineering

What Engineering Program/Project Management contributes to Cardinal Health

Engineering is responsible for performing research and analyses to develop design options for components, products, systems and processes.

Program/Project Management is responsible for managing the execution of programs and/or projects consisting of single or multiple projects and/or programs. May manage project and/or program managers within assigned program and/or project. Works within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope while managing risk and ensuring adherence to established processes and methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end process of project management within the electrode manufacturing business, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Deliver on cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for cost reduction and implementing strategies to achieve savings.
• Manage and allocate capital resources to support project requirements and organizational goals. Oversee business management and manage capital appropriation requests.
• Ensure that the project hopper is up-to-date with current and potential projects, prioritizing them based on strategic importance and feasibility. This includes managing Value Added Task Force (VATF) ideas and dual sourcing initiatives.
• Lead the ideation process for new projects, conducting feasibility studies and developing project plans to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Drive projects from conception through to completion, ensuring that deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Lead and mentor a small team, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and high performance.
• Engage with key stakeholders to communicate project status, risks, and opportunities, ensuring alignment and support throughout the project lifecycle. Confer with safety, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and address concerns.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist maintenance with securing capital for maintenance of business (MOB) projects and manage timelines.
• Assists Engineering Assistant Manager in carrying out machine modifications, and improvement projects.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience, preferred
• Project management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred

Anticipated salary range: $114,200 - $163,200

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 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: 09/15/24 *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.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
• Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models
• Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope
• Projects may have significant and long-term impact
• Provides solutions which may set precedent
• Independently determines method for completion of new projects
• Receives guidance on overall project objectives
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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