Advisor, Private Brands Rx Sourcing

Cardinal Health•Dublin, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides support for Cardinal Health’s Private Brand portfolio, which includes commercial products under the Major® Pharmaceuticals brand in the prescription (Rx) generic drugs category. The responsibilities are subject to the direction of the Manager of Private Brands Sourcing and may be adjusted to meet new demands of the business. The role involves serving as a liaison with the Red Oak Sourcing (R.O.S.) team, providing support for new product launches, and assisting with Rx sourcing activities not under the purview of R.O.S. Additionally, the role supports other business functions in managing suppliers and completing various tasks as needed. This position requires regular reporting, interaction with internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to persuade others in sensitive situations while maintaining positive relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
4+ years of experience in a related field, preferred
Familiarity with B2B (Business-to-Business) business models and negotiation tactics
Strong analytical skills
Excellent computer skills with strong emphasis in Excel and query tools, preferred

Responsibilities

Serving as a liaison with the Red Oak Sourcing (R.O.S.) team on behalf of Cardinal Health, including gathering and disseminating information necessary for sourcing of designated products and related issues associated with such sourcing activities for all Major® brand Rx products.
Providing support for Major® new product launch activities in setting up items, obtaining supplier documentation as requested by QRA or other business functions, and completing necessary forms.
Support of any Major® Rx sourcing activities not under the purview of R.O.S.
Supplier Management - Support other business functions including but not limited to Quality & Regulatory Assurance, Inventory Management, Operations, and Accounts Payable in managing suppliers.
Assisting with and completing various tasks as needed at the Manager’s discretion.
Provides regular reporting of completed work for review to ensure objectives are being met.
Interacts with internal and external stakeholders and occasionally with leaders.
Persuades others into agreement in sensitive situations while maintaining positive relationships.