Senior Transportation Coordinator - 1st Shift

Shift

Shift: Monday – Friday, 6am - 2:30pm (Hours and schedule may vary based on business needs)

Anticipated Hourly Range

Anticipated hourly range: $21.50 per hour - $33.00 per hour

Bonus Eligible

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

Job Summary

The Senior Transportation Coordinator works in outbound warehouse operations and is responsible for the management of all orders via the order warehouse management system, email and telephone.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary backup for the Transportation Office, performing Transportation Planner responsibilities during planned and unplanned coverage.
• Manage, prioritize, optimize, and release customer orders within the WMS to support transportation efficiency, warehouse productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Cookorate with Transportation Consultants, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to schedule routes, ensure equipment and driver availability, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Select appropriate transportation methods and carriers to meet customer requirements while supporting cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Collaborate with Customer Care and operations teams to fulfill rush orders, mitigate backorders, and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Support warehouse operations as needed, including picking, replenishment, put-away, shipping, and other operational activities.
• Aids with inventory control functions, including cycle counts, returns processing, and inbound/outbound discrepancy resolution to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Aid with supply management, operational reporting, and administrative activities that support daily distribution center operations.
• Provides coaching and guidance to associates on operational processes, safety standards, and best practices.
• Maintain training records and support equipment certification programs to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Serve as a cross-functional subject matter resource, supporting operational initiatives, process improvements, and a culture of safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• 2-4 years of warehouse operations, training, shipping/receiving, or transportation planning experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, WMS, and RF technology.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and hours based on business needs.
• Ability to obtain MHE Train-the-Trainer certification to administer equipment certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work overtime with little to no advance notice.

What is Expected of You and Others at This Level

Effectively applies knowledge of job and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of assignments
In-depth knowledge in technical or specialty area
Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems independently
May modify process to resolve situations
Works independently within established procedures; may receive general guidance on new assignments
May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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.