**_What Engineering Program/Project Management contributes to Cardinal Health_**

Program/Project Management is responsible for managing the execution of programs and/or projects consisting of single or multiple projects and/or programs. May manage project and/or program managers within assigned program and/or project. Works within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope while managing risk and ensuring adherence to established processes and methodologies.

The Project Manager Engineer will support the NA & LATAM PMO by working collectively with Marketing, Manufacturing, R&D, Sourcing, etc. to establish a cohesive portfolio of product-centric opportunities which includes evaluating raw materials and ensuring the capture of valuable opportunities in our internal and external manufacturing models.

**_Responsibilities_**

Build project charters, plans, and schedules for sustaining activities.

Independently manages scope, time and resources of medium to large scope projects, within predefined constraints.

Utilize Change Development Process for controlling changes post market launch for products and processes.

Execute product maintenance and enhancements post market launch at internal and external manufacturing locations.

Generate and execute cost reduction solutions to ensure long-term success and stability of assigned products and programs.

Responsible for the interface between R&D Engineering and the Manufacturing team, as well as prioritization of product optimization initiatives across Sourcing, Manufacturing, Marketing, Quality and Regulatory.

Work collaboratively with Manufacturing and Process/Project Engineering to develop and improve manufacturing processes to support high volume production and cost-down activities.

Work collectively with Sourcing and Procurement to identify and execute outsourcing opportunities and lead transfer projects.

Collaborate with external suppliers for component and process optimization.

**_Qualifications_**

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience preferred

5-10 years of experience preferred

Preferred Certifications: LSS Black Belt, DFSS, PMP

Familiarity with medical product design validation and verification procedures preferred

Strong leadership qualities, as well as excellent communication skills.

Travel Expectation: 25%

**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**

Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects

Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals

Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models

Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope

Projects may have significant and long-term impact

Provides solutions which may set precedent

Independently determines method for completion of new projects

Receives guidance on overall project objectives

Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

**Anticipated salary range:** $102,000 - $145,700

**Bonus eligible:** Yes

**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:** 4/15/24 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

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_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._

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