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Program Manager, Logistics Operations, OptiFreight

Cardinal Health

Philadelphia, PA · HybridFull-time$77–120K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$77–120K/yr
Location
Philadelphia, PAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Program Optimization Lead manages the OptiFreight Logistics program for a large health system, supporting compliance, package volume growth, and savings. The role develops and implements processes and uses business intelligence to support sales and operational objectives. It involves regular customer engagement, project implementation, performance reporting, and onsite work in Philadelphia up to three days per week.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationProject ManagementListeningProblem SolvingTransportationSmall Parcel ShippingLarge FreightCarrier ManagementPerformance Data ReportingData AnalyticsCost Savings AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessChange ManagementLean Six Sigma

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Related Field or Equivalent Work Experience5+ Years Transportation or Logistics ExperienceCustomer/Vendor Credentialing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

In-Person

PA-Philadelphia-Field Phila Mtr

Full time

20190098

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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Able to regularly be onsite up to three days per week for meetings, project support and engagement with customer stakeholders

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred

  • Ability to travel 10% of the time which includes regular regional travel to remote-sites (day trips) and occasional overnight stay

  • 5+ years of transportation, shipping or logistics experience preferred

  • Strong written, verbal and presentation skills to all levels of an organization

  • Experience in Transportation, familiar with small parcel, large freight, carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, Courier/Same Day, LTL and TL) preferred

  • Manage and report performance data to all levels within client organization

  • 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)

  • Experience in change management, project management, or Lean Six Sigma background preferred

  • 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

  • Applies 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

  • Completes work independently receives general guidance on new projects

  • May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $76,700 - $120,340

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: 12/28/2026 *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.

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 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.

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Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities.

We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care.

With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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How this job compares

Set against the 11,502 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$77–120K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$113–210K/yr173 salary ranges
  • US median$120–202K/yr9,095 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $99K, is 37% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($155K) — in the lowest quarter of Program Manager salary ranges in Pennsylvania.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 266 open Program Manager jobs in Pennsylvania and 11,502 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 8 years (9,771 postings).
Education
4,585 of the 11,502 open Program Manager jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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