Director, Warehouse Automation – Capital Projects

Cardinal Health

Director managing warehouse automation and capital projects at Cardinal Health. Responsible for advancing operational efficiency and data-driven initiatives across the medical distribution network.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $137,000 - $211,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads end-to-end Automation Strategy focused on improving Safety, Delivery, Quality, and Cost of our medical distribution network through routine joint process improvement (JPI) / continuous improvement (CI), and total value chain optimization (e.g., load utilization, pack size / dimension optimization, ship point optimization, etc.) achieving short and long-term plans
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with IT, Procurement, and site leadership to translate operational pain points into actionable system improvements
Develop and execute the short & long-term automation vision and business case for technology investments, such as [automated guided vehicles (AGVs)] or [robotic picking systems]
Develop and execute short & long-range capital investment plans, including material handling equipment such as forklifts, warehouse racking, conveyor systems, heavy-duty shelving, and automated picking technologies
Build, present, and defend investment recommendations for automation and technology solutions; simplify, standardize, and scale material handling strategies across the network
Lead cross-functional project execution using PMO discipline, including scope definition, resource planning, timelines, risk management, and executive-level reporting
Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, increase velocity, and deliver sustainable, measurable cost savings
Champion innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement across processes, tools, and operating models
Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing team of Managers, Black Belts, and Business Analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
8 + years of progressive supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles preferred
Experience deploying tech enablement, distribution automation and warehouse capital equipment programs
Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), WMS, and advanced data analytics/MS Excel tools
Strong skills in process improvement, LEAN/Six Sigma methodology, and supply chain risk management
Strong P&L responsibility, budgeting, and financial accountability for large-scale operations
Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams, including managing managers
Strategic mindset with the ability to design operational improvements, build scalable infrastructure, and enhance productivity metrics
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills for representing the company to stakeholders and the public
Expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and client relationship management, ability to hold accountable
The ability to make firm, timely decisions, even in complex or ambiguous situations
Maintaining a positive outlook and adapting to challenges
Setting a long-term, strategic goal that inspires the team

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

automation strategyprocess improvementLean methodologySix Sigmasupply chain risk managementbudgetingfinancial accountabilitydata analyticsERP systemsWMS

Soft Skills

cross-functional collaborationleadershipteam developmentstrategic mindsetcommunicationdecision makingadaptabilitypresentation skillsvendor managementclient relationship management