Sr Consultant, Operational Excellence - Distribution

Cardinal Health • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Operational Excellence is responsible for identifying and executing performance improvement opportunities, enabling successful transformations across the enterprise, and applying contemporary process improvement techniques while building people capabilities. This role focuses on improving performance across the distribution network and supporting the development and implementation of its overall OPEX strategy. The position is eligible for a bonus and involves travel of up to 50%.

Requirements

• Eight or more years of experience in Operations, OPEX, or Data Analytics preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a similar field preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or similar certifications preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau, Lucid, and SQL preferred.
• Experience with statistical software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities within the distribution network using data analysis, process observation, and organizational support.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions that address identified opportunities.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to analyze current processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop process improvements.
• Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Provide training and coaching to employees on Lean and Six Sigma principles and tools.
• Stay up to date on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to distribution and logistics.
• Support development and implementation of the overall OPEX strategy for the distribution network.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure implemented solutions are sustainable and aligned with business objectives.
• Develop standard work instructions and process documentation to support implemented solutions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Access to wages before payday with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs
• Bonus eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior