Supervisor, Warehouse Operations

Supervisor, Warehouse Operations

Shift Details:

Thursday - Monday

Approx. 3 PM start on weekdays, 2 PM on weekends

End times may vary based on customer demand

What Warehouse Operations 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.

Warehouse Operations is responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. Also responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers.

Job Summary

The Supervisor, Warehouse Operations supervises a team of Outbound Associates and ensures that pick, pack, and ship operations are safe, efficient, and of high quality. The Supervisor continually monitors efficiency and quality metrics, assigns work and provides coaching to supervised staff, and addresses a variety of operational issues. The Supervisor directly contributes to Cardinal Health's customer service reputation by ensuring that shipments are on-time and of high quality, develops the Warehouse Operations talent pool, and enhances operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage a team of 15-20 warehouse associates to achieve timely distribution and receipt of products and motivate employees to ensure that predetermined productivity and quality standards including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others are achieved

Monitor site productivity standards and hold associates accountable to daily, weekly, monthly metrics; provide timely feedback and initiate corrective action process when needed

Adhere to budgetary guidelines, and work to meet Distribution Center objectives and operational goals while maintaining standards pertaining to quality and inventory

Responsible for continuous improvement projects and initiatives

Perform daily scheduling of the work force to ensure proper staffing to select, replenish, restock, locate, and ship merchandise in a productive and cost-efficient manner

Coordinate maintenance of equipment, guiding both preventive maintenance and coordinating all necessary repairs

Active engagement in employee development, which includes training, coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals

Majority of work day is spent on the floor while balancing administrative duties

Collaborate with cross functional teams at all levels within the organization, specifically within HR groups daily

Interview and make hiring decisions for lead and associate level roles

Maintain general responsibility for disciplinary process in counseling, oral and written warnings; ensure a productive work climate in the warehouse operation

Prepare ad hoc reports, as necessary using Excel (or any other necessary programs)

Responsible for accurate attendance/PTO records and ensure scheduling is maintained

Hold staff accountable for conducting work in a safe manner while enforcing Cardinal Health compliance and regulations concerning OSHA, DEA, FDA, State and local authorities

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred, Bachelor's degree a plus

3-5 years related experience preferred

Prior experience with continuous improvement projects and initiatives

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Previous experience leading a team

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel (Pivot Tables and spreadsheets)

Experience working within ERP's (SAP or Manhattan) preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of business support, technical or production staff in an assigned area

Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion, coordinates work activities with other supervisors

Applies expertise to solve standard and non-standard problems within own area

Role models Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct

Provides direction in discussing and creating development plans

Provides input into succession planning process for own work area

Aligns individual goals for self and others with work area/functional goals

Builds confidence and respect of others through a positive and energizing style

Works within budgetary/financial objectives set by manager, applying knowledge of profit drivers to work processes within own area

Builds customer relationships, interprets customer needs and assesses their business requirements

Leverages customer knowledge to develop alternative solutions and shares key learnings with others

Resolves day-to-day or routine problems using defined processes

Works/brainstorms with work team and provides suggestions for solutions that contain the appropriate level of risk; ensures work team understands and supports the focus on operational excellence

Anticipated salary range: $67,500 - 96,300

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: 08/25/2026

*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.

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

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/Affirmative Action 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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