Transportation Consultant - Network Design
About The Position
The Cardinal Health Transportation team delivers products and services that create a differentiated experience for customers while relentlessly improving speed, reliability, and cost through supply chain optimization. We enable growth through the effective and efficient movement of over 45 million shipments annually, supporting the flow of materials and products between suppliers, manufacturers, and customers. As part of the Network Design team, you will play a critical role in supporting new business opportunities and driving optimization initiatives. This includes transportation cost modeling, route and location optimization, cost-to-serve analysis, and fleet equipment strategy. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Supply Planning, Sales, Data Analytics, and transportation carriers to challenge network constraints and ensure alignment with business requirements. In this role, you will also lead cross-functional projects focused on strategic improvements across the logistics network, managing timelines, aligning stakeholders, developing actionable insights, and delivering measurable results that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred
- 8+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or data modeling preferred
- Demonstrated expertise with Network Optimization and Analytics tools (e.g., Descartes WinRoute, Alteryx, Llamasoft/Coupa Supply Chain Guru, JDA/Blue Yonder, etc.).
- Advanced quantitative and analytical skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis, regression modeling, and optimization techniques.
- Excellent business writing and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
- Identify and assess opportunities to improve logistics capabilities and service optimization across the Cardinal Health network.
- Optimize routing and location strategies using advanced modeling software.
- Design, implement, and maintain routing solutions that drive measurable cost savings.
- Conduct cost-to-serve and fleet equipment analysis to support strategic decisions.
- Apply statistical analysis, regression modeling, and optimization techniques to enhance supply chain processes.
- Lead transportation cost modeling and support customer contract negotiations.
- Develop and operationalize new logistics capabilities through standardized processes and procedures.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across the enterprise to inform decisions and gather feedback.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
