Cardinalhealth

Supply Chain Associate (Inventory & Purchasing)

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerCardinalhealth
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted29 Sep 2026

What Supply Chain Inventory/Purchasing contributes to Cardinal Health

Operations are responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.

The Supply Chain Inventory/Purchasing team is responsible for managing supplier relations at a tactical level by executing and expediting purchase orders. Supply Chain Inventory/Purchasing ensures the right quantity of products arrive in the right place, at the right time and cost. Assists in negotiating product and supply chain costs. Utilize terms and conditions of supplier contracts, work with internal customers to improve processes, and evaluate supplier performance that ultimately improves the supply chain.

Responsibilities

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Work Group Mailbox to document in-coming PO confirmation
Reach out to Suppliers that do not provide confirmations
Work Past Due PO lines and updated ETA/ Tracking information
Assist with Back Order Follow up for Root Cause and get- well information
Manage discrepancies with Planner; pricing, UOM.
Work with receiving plants on Receiving Discrepancies
Using tools to prioritize work and document actions
Manage all Purchase orders placed through SAP/ ECC as Stock Transport Orders.
Verifying DN drops and Goods Issued.
Assist Planner / Buyer with Component status updates
Work with Distribution planners to obtain back-order ETA and track shipments
Develop and maintain SOPs, update coverage/ scheduling matrix, and provide training for New B1 PA’s as needed.
Provide Back Up support when a Planner / Buyer is absent

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience, preferred
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred
Good Customer Service Experience
Excellent Communication Skills: written and verbal
Good Problem Solving / Decision making Skills
Experience with computer systems

What is expected of you and others at this level

Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete standard tasks
Works on basic and routine assignments
Selects correct processes from prescribed rules or guidelines
Work is closely managed and follows detailed instructions
Seeks regular guidance and advice from supervisor

Anticipated hourly range: $15.00 - $18.81 per hour based on experience

Bonus eligible: No

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
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

Application window anticipated to close: 10/21/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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 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.

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