What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Associate (1st Shift) position at Cardinal Health?
Shift: Monday-Friday from 5:30am to 2:00pm (Mandatory overtime base on business need)
Pay rate: $19.00 per hour
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: 9/23/2026*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
What Inventory Management contributes to Cardinal Health
Inventory Management is accountable for the design and execution of demand planning and customer forecasting systems, supply planning, product deployment and expediting processes, and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements.
Job Summary
The Coordinator Inventory Management is responsible for tracking and managing inventory accuracy of products. This job processes returns and recalls related to distributed products and fills out necessary paperwork as needed. The Coordinator, Inventory Management plays a critical role in ensuring customer orders are filled on time and accurately. This job tracks the financial impact of inventory levels and frequently communicates cross functionally with internal teams.
Qualifications
High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to support accurate documentation preferred.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Strong dedication to providing high-quality customer support.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (preferred).
Ability to be a strong team player, collaborating effectively while also working independently as needed.
Ability to stand, walk long distances, bend, and routinely lift or move products weighing up to 50 lbs.
Customer/vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview
Responsibilities
Perform daily inventory management and replenishment of medical and surgical supplies across assigned locations.
Receive and verify incoming supply orders against shipment and receiving reports.
Utilize Pyxis and CIMs systems to restock inventory and conduct inventory tracking functions.
Maintain stock locations, including inventory rotation, expiration monitoring, product recall management, and overall organization and cleanliness.
Monitor inventory levels and respond with urgency to low stock or quality concerns.
Collaborate closely with clinical nurse managers, logistics teams, and nursing staff to support operational needs.
Safely lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull loads of up to 200 pounds.
Maintain flexibility to work overtime as needed, including on short notice.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks
Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area
Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
Adheres to all quality guidelines
Works under moderate degree of supervision
Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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/Affirmative Action 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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