Consultant, Business Performance Partner

Cardinal Health Canada, with over 1400 employees nationwide, is an essential link in the Canadian healthcare supply chain, providing over 70,000 products to healthcare facilities and medical professionals across the country.

As a key member of our Operational Excellence team, reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming how we operate across the Central Region (Mississauga and Vaughan). This role is ideal for a results-driven leader who thrives on solving complex problems, empowering teams, and delivering sustainable improvements. We’re looking for a dynamic, data-driven leader who thrives on solving complex problems, inspiring teams, and delivering measurable results. You’ll be a key player in shaping how we operate and grow

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The Consultant, Business Performance Partner will report to the Director, Operational Excellence. The Operational Excellence professional drives enterprise-wide performance improvement by identifying and executing transformation opportunities. They lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency, eliminate waste, reduce defects, and enhance overall quality, while building organizational capability through the application of modern process improvement methodologies.

Your Contributions to the Organization will be: 

• Lead high impact Lean Six Sigma projects aligned with strategic business goals and KPIs. Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify and execute process improvements using DMAIC and Kaizen methodologies to reduce waste, improve quality, and increase efficiency. Quantify results and ROI, present insights to senior leadership, and support change management through strong stakeholder engagement, visual management, and performance dashboards

• Build capability & foster a high-performing culture of continuous improvement by delivering Lean Six Sigma training, coaching employees at all levels, and mentoring CI practitioners. Facilitate Kaizen events, A3 thinking, and root‑cause problem solving while supporting leaders in embedding Tiered Accountability and standard work practices

• Design and maintain performance that deliver real‑time operational insights, enabling leaders to make data‑driven decisions. Support performance management through standardized reporting and analytics that promote accountability and drive action, with experience in BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker considered an asset

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement , embedding Lean principles into daily operations and long-term strategy

• Collaborate with regional leaders to streamline processes, align on KPIs, and standardize best practices across Canada

• Drive innovation and operational excellence , ensuring every improvement initiative delivers value to our customers and the healthcare system

This Job might be for you if:  

Core Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading impactful Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement initiatives, with a passion for driving operational excellence

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills — able to engage and align stakeholders at all levels, from the front line to senior leadership

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, facilitate, and lead diverse teams through change and transformation.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into insights and action. Proficient in tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similar

• Hands-on experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance quality and productivity

• Project management expertise , with the ability to manage multiple initiatives of varying complexity and deliver results on time and within scope

Technical & Industry Experience

• Experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Distribution environments

• Familiarity with WMS, ERP systems , and process automation tools is a strong asset

• Experience building and maintaining performance dashboards to support data-driven decision-making

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, science , or a related field (Industrial Engineering preferred)

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred (or willingness to complete through our internal Black Belt program)

• PMP certification is an asset

Bonus Attributes

• Certified Yellow or Green Belt (if not Black Belt)

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience leading continuous improvement or operational excellence projects, preferred

• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency, excellent time management, and the ability to thrive in both team-based and independent work environments

• Skilled in facilitation, presentation, and change management

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

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Anticipated Salary Range: $80,100 - $106,700

Bonus eligible : Yes

This role is eligible for a performance-based annual bonus. Bonus awards are not guaranteed and are determined based on individual performance, company performance, and other business factors, in accordance with the company’s bonus plan.

Position currently vacant : Yes

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, individual and company performance, experience, skills, and other business factors

Cardinal Health is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities.

Cardinal Health is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Human Resources team is responsible for working with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Cardinal Health Canada is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® in Canada. As an essential partner in Canadian healthcare, we strive every day to build a culture of inclusion and collaboration, where team members can be their authentic selves, grow in their careers, and be proud to serve our customer partners. 

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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.