Lead Associate - Warehouse Operations (Full-Time, Days)

Cardinal Health•Whitestone, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cardinal Health, we’re developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities. The Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations is primarily responsible for supporting the Warehouse Supervisor through either inbound or outbound management of the warehouse floor and facilitating effective warehouse operations through the direction of warehouse staff, in accordance with operational priorities. This role also assists in coordinating the receipt of shipments and scheduling of incoming trucks, as well as making internal appointments. The Lead Associate, Warehouse Operations delegates work among the warehouse staff, produces reports on workforce productivity and quality, and communicates with external customers to ensure satisfaction. This position is full-time with a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with potential for Saturdays based on operational needs. The application window is anticipated to close on 6/8/2026.

Requirements

4+ years of experience, preferred
High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Applies extensive knowledge and company policies to complete a wide range of assignments
Demonstrates expert understanding of all levels of the job family and has thorough knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
Takes the lead in effectively applying new processes and skills in accomplishing assignments
May provide technical guidance and training to others
Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
Works on complex problems that require independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issue
Makes recommendation for new or revised processes and has a role on the implementation
Adheres to all quality guidelines
Works with minimal degree of supervision
Has latitude to make decisions in exceptional circumstances within established guidelines
Provides guidance to less experienced team members
May have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervise

Responsibilities

Follows standard operating procedures to assess inventory levels, submit orders, and audit warehouse operations to facilitate successful operational activities within the warehouse.
Directs workflows on the floor of the warehouse, including packing, unloading, shipping and managing of delivery schedule.
Analyzes internal data and reports on productivity and efficiency to help determine when and where the warehouse is performing better or worse than expected.
Coordinates with Warehouse Supervisors to align on warehouse and inventory priorities, in alignment with operational objectives.
Assists in inbound and outbound workload forecasting through historical and trend analysis to determine how labor should be utilized.
Assists in inventory management, and helps with stocking and shipping, as necessary.