Job Summary The Senior Transportation Consultant will be responsible for supporting productivity initiatives aimed at optimizing 3PL logistics operations and identifying transportation efficiencies across the Cardinal Health network.The Senior Consultant will be responsible for daily service and financial performance, ensuring timely departures and deliveries to customers. This includes Tier 1 logistics service provider support, defined as managing day-to-day execution, identifying and resolving root causes of operational challenges, and supporting customer onboarding and disengagement processes. Availability during approved business hours is required to ensure uninterrupted delivery and logistics flow.Additionally, this role involves managing financial components and driving process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, support budget accountability, and identify cost-saving opportunities. The Senior Consultant will collaborate closely with Customer Service and Operations teams to address requests promptly and meet all established service level agreements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Service Management:<ul><li>Act as account liaison and point of contact for all logistics related matters, providing guidance, insight, and support to ensure operational excellence and strategic alignment.</li><li>Manage daily logistics operations, including departure and delivery to customers.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve challenges and opportunities within the logistics process.</li><li>Support customer implementation and disengagement processes.</li><li>Collaborate with customer service escalation teams.</li><li>Manage relationships with transportation partners, ensuring timely completion of requests.</li></ul></li><li>Financial Management:<ul><li>Manage financial components of the logistics operation, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.</li><li>Identify, track, and implement cost savings opportunities.</li><li>Ensure budget accountability and adherence to financial guidelines.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement.</li></ul></li><li>Process Improvement:<ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of process enhancements to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations.</li><li>Conduct ongoing evaluations of logistics workflows to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved customer satisfaction.</li><li>Establish and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and standardization across all logistics functions.</li><li>Create and maintain formal documentation to track and present agreed upon KPI’s on a weekly/monthly basis.  </li></ul></li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelors degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration preferred</li><li>Preferred Certifications: PMP or similiar</li><li>8+ years of experience preferred</li><li>Experience with Tableau is desired</li><li>Proven ability to manage financial components of a business operation.</li><li>Analytical mindset: The ability to analyze complex data, identify business problems, and design effective solutions is crucial.</li><li>Problem-solving and adaptability: The ability to address unique client challenges and adapt strategies in real-time is essential for success</li><li>Travel Expectations: 10-15%</li></ul> Anticipated salary range: $87,700 - $125,300Bonus eligible: YesBenefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.<ul><li>Medical, dental and vision coverage</li><li>Paid time off plan</li><li>Health savings account (HSA)</li><li>401k savings plan</li><li>Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay</li><li>Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)</li><li>Short- and long-term disability coverage</li><li>Work-Life resources</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Healthy lifestyle programs</li></ul>Application window anticipated to close: 9/29/25*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.The salary range listed is an estimate. 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