Program Manager, Logistics Operations, OptiFreight
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Salary$77k – $120k
LocationPA-Philadelphia-Field Phila Mtr
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 28, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Ability to travel 10% of the time
Data and analytics experience identifying and addressing cost-savings and volume-driving opportunities with a proven record of achieving goals
Proficient working within large amounts of data with Microsoft Excel and Access (PivotTables, Identify Trends, Estimate Savings, Basic Report Creation, Drill Down to Location/Department)
Work collaboratively with internal and external teams to manage the OptiFreight Logistics program
Strong communication skills, comfortable presenting to and interacting with customers from the warehouse to the C-Suite on a regular basis including facilitation of meetings
Possess strong work ethic, self-motivated and able to operate independently with limited direct supervision, while also comfortable working with a multi-disciplinary team
Capable of adapting to change and able to successfully perform in an evolving environment
Results oriented, ensuring we deliver on commitments while also working to continuously improve processes
Strong project management skills for creating and leading implementation plans for projects and initiatives and on-going administration of efficiency and savings
Strong listening and problem-solving skills and ability to develop plans to improve process efficiency
Ability to learn and understand technical details and act as a subject matter expert for hospital transportation and supply chain
Manage and report performance data to all levels within client organization
Bachelors degree in related field, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of transportation, shipping or logistics experience
Experience in Transportation, familiar with small parcel, large freight, carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, Courier/Same Day, LTL and TL)
Experience in change management, project management, or Lean Six Sigma background
Customer/Vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations)
Able to regularly be onsite up to three days per week for meetings, project support and engagement with customer stakeholders
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Access
PivotTables
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Health savings account
401(k)
Myflexpay
Flexible spending accounts
Short term disability
Long term disability
Work life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
What a Program Optimization Lead contributes to Cardinal Health
Responsible for developing, quantifying and evaluating the transformation of internal and external information into business intelligence (includes: data acquisition, mining, analysis, data integrity management, metrics management and reporting) and, for identifying, creating and implementing processes that profitize, optimize and support the entire field sales organization (includes: customer contract implementation, contract compliance, strategic field sales resource deployment, on-boarding and basic training) to support the strategic objectives of the sales organization, drive operational excellence and maximize contract value.
Location Targeting candidates in Philadelphia, PA.
Responsibilities
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Work collaboratively with internal and external teams to manage the OptiFreight Logistics program, driving program compliance, increasing package volume and generating savings for a large health system
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Strong communication skills, comfortable presenting to and interacting with customers from the warehouse to the C-Suite on a regular basis including facilitation of meetings.
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Possess strong work ethic, self-motivated and able to operate independently with limited direct supervision, while also comfortable working with a multi-disciplinary team.
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Capable of adapting to change and able to successfully perform in an evolving environment
•
Results oriented, ensuring we deliver on commitments while also working to continuously improve processes.
•
Strong project management skills for creating and leading implementation plans for projects and initiatives and on-going administration of efficiency and savings.
•
Strong listening and problem-solving skills and ability to develop plans to improve process efficiency.
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Ability to learn and understand technical details and act as a subject matter expert for hospital transportation and supply chain.
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Able to regularly be onsite up to three days per week for meetings, project support and engagement with customer stakeholders
Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
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Ability to travel 10% of the time which includes regular regional travel to remote-sites (day trips) and occasional overnight stay
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5+ years of transportation, shipping or logistics experience preferred
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Strong written, verbal and presentation skills to all levels of an organization
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Experience in Transportation, familiar with small parcel, large freight, carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, Courier/Same Day, LTL and TL) preferred
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Manage and report performance data to all levels within client organization
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Data and analytics experience identifying and addressing cost-savings and volume-driving opportunities with a proven record of achieving goals
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Proficient working within large amounts of data with Microsoft Excel and Access (PivotTables, Identify Trends, Estimate Savings, Basic Report Creation, Drill Down to Location/Department)
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Experience in change management, project management, or Lean Six Sigma background preferred
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Customer/Vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview.
What is expected of you and others at this level
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Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
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May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
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Works on complex projects of large scope
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Completes work independently receives general guidance on new projects
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May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
Anticipated salary range: $76,700 - $120,340
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
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Medical, dental and vision coverage
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Paid time off plan
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Health savings account (HSA)
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401k savings plan
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Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
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Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Work-Life resources
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Paid parental leave
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Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 12/28/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
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