Sr Inventory Planning Analyst

**Job Summary** Cardinal Health is currently seeking a Sr Analyst to join our Inventory Optimization team. The incumbent will be part of a Global, Cross Functional Team with the goal to drive the essential inventory planning and inventory optimization initiatives across all business units under the Medical Segment. **Responsibilities** + Interact with global planning, manufacturing, operations, marketing/sourcing, finance, customer service and other functions inside CAH to develop and analyze CAH finished goods inventories optimal stocking levels (Safety Stock/Coverage Profiles). + Responsible for inventory optimization and continuous improvement initiatives within the value chain, support deal buys and perform data analysis and turns insights into tangible actions, build and automate reports/dashboards + Identify and lead supply chain projects to optimize inventory through scenario planning and reduce service level risks by rolling out best practices in support of optimal inventory performance and capital management and supporting projects in collaboration with supply chain, operations, financial, & commercial teams + Execute process improvement initiatives related to inventory optimization strategy **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations or Supply Chain preferred + 3+ years of experience working under Planning functions (Supply / Demand / Inventory) preferred + Experience with Alteryx, Tableau, IBP/Kinaxis Inventory Optimization (MEIO) is strongly preferred + Strong analytical skills, proven ability to analyze data trends with the use of reporting tools and drive action from findings + Lean knowledge and Operational Excellence project experience preferred + Self-starter, ability to navigate ambiguity, be proactive in recommending solutions & solving problems + Strong professionalism, interpersonal and influencing skills; ability to build rapport, understanding, and trust with all key stakeholders preferred **Anticipated salary range:** $57,000 - $81,600 **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:** 12/15/25 *if interested in opportunity, please submit 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. _\#LI-Remote_ _\#LI-JB1_ _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._ _To read and review this privacy notice click_ here (