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Cardinal Health

Consultant, Transportation Management Systems

Cardinal Health, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812


Cardinal Health Consultant, Transportation Management Systems Juneau, Alaska Apply Now

What Operations Technology contributes to Cardinal HealthOperations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. This includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management, as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.Operations Technology is responsible for the identification and application of appropriate new technology and associated processes to drive efficiency, productivity, and optimal network design. This includes interfacing with transportation and customer-facing strategies to ensure continuous supply chain solutions.OptiFreight Logistics

is an industry leader in delivering savings via third-party freight management. Annually, OptiFreight manages over 20 million shipments for over 2,000 customers, generating collective savings of $535M. OptiFreight has begun to expand our footprint to incorporate Same Day / Courier as well as other modalities of transportation management.Job SummaryThe Consultant, Transportation Management Systems is a member of the Logistics Operations team in OptiFreight Logistics. The main function of this team is to design, implement, operate, and manage comprehensive logistics solutions for healthcare systems and related customer organizations. The Consultant plays a key role by supporting various technology platforms used to perform business processes and create customer value.ResponsibilitiesSupport customer and courier implementation activities by creating and configuring appropriate accounts, service options, profiles, and price/cost records in technology platforms.Work closely with 3rd party software providers to advance technology for both offerings to our customers as well as internally.Effectively communicate with cross-functional teams to determine technology needs and establish reasonable timelines for proposed projects.Partner with our BI Team to establish baselines for performance metrics and check for data validity.Understand billing processes related to the operations team to better support technical changes or updates.Provide updates on current or future projects to the respective team that will be affected.Perform system maintenance to ensure the accuracy of transactions and data.Create and manage internal and external user accounts.Support business reporting and data management needs for account management, operations, and carrier performance management.Prepare and provide technology training and supporting documentation for internal and external users.Create documentation to describe activities and methods for configuring and maintaining technology platforms.Initiate and monitor integration requests made to technology service providers.Communicate needs for all parties in integration requests and understand both internal and external integration needs.Champion the update and review of metrics and key performance indicators related to technology platforms.Support tracking and resolving technology problems or outages; collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure satisfactory resolution.Collaborate with business teams to anticipate, plan, and document technology gaps, needs, and future requirements to enable business value.Lead technology change management activities that impact the team.Participate in process development and improvement activities.Assist with other tasks or projects as assigned.LocationRemote, work from homeQualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred.4+ years of experience in a related field preferred.Prior experience utilizing a Transportation Management System (TMS) and/or Courier Management System (CMS).Understanding of integration and data sharing technologies such as EDI, API, SFTP, and web services preferred.Experience with Tableau and Alteryx strongly preferred.Process-oriented approach with a focus on continual improvement.Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to manage and prioritize projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; able to build relationships at all levels in an organization.Flexible and responsive attitude capable of managing multiple, shifting priorities.High level of organization skills and the ability to work independently.What is expected of you and others at this levelApplies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects.May contribute to the development of policies and procedures.Works on complex projects of large scope.Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives.Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects.Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives.May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues.Anticipated salary range:

$79,700-$102,420Benefits:

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, health savings account (HSA), 401k savings plan, access to wages before payday with myFlexPay, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), short- and long-term disability coverage, work-life resources, and paid parental leave.Application window anticipated to close:

01/19/2025. If interested in this opportunity, please submit your application as soon as possible.The salary 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.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.To read and review this privacy notice click

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