Cardinal Health
Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Specialty Pharmaceuticals)
Cardinal Health, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Specialty Pharmaceutical Strategic Sourcing contributes to Cardinal Health by developing and executing sourcing strategies that leverage relationships within the business unit, across the enterprise, and throughout the industry. The team is responsible for supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, communication, risk mitigation, and performance oversight.
Location Location - Ideally targeting individuals local to Central Ohio, willing to work in a hybrid capacity (once a week at our corporate HQ in Dublin, OH on Thursdays). That said, we are still open to considering individuals based all over the country, working in a fully remote capacity.
Responsibilities
Lead negotiations for Distribution Service Agreements (DSA) and Wholesale Purchase Agreements (WPA).
Develop negotiation strategies and review contract terms to optimize buy income and manage risk.
Monitor buy income targets and DSA performance metrics.
Oversee inventory and service level performance for assigned manufacturers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with pharmaceutical suppliers.
Analyze business and market data to uncover strategic sourcing opportunities with manufacturers.
Collaborate with Global Sourcing to integrate best practices and maximize Cardinal Health’s value proposition.
Resolve disputes and ensure timely receipt of buy income.
Qualifications
Ideally targeting individuals with 5+ years of experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, or procurement (preferred, though not required).
Open to candidates with diverse healthcare experience (whether that be sales, marketing, 3PL, finance, etc.).
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders and manufacturers across varying levels of technical expertise.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Apply advanced knowledge to manage complex projects, negotiations, and initiatives.
Contribute to policy and process development to support strategic goals.
Recommend innovative practices, processes, metrics, and models to improve sourcing outcomes.
Lead or participate in high-impact projects with long-term implications.
Operate independently while mentoring less experienced colleagues.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-Remote
Anticipated salary range:
$105,100 - $147,100
Bonus eligible:
Yes
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:
11/01/2025
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.
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 (https://www.cardinalhealth.com/content/dam/corp/email/documents/corp/cardinal-health-online-application-privacy-policy.pdf)
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Location Location - Ideally targeting individuals local to Central Ohio, willing to work in a hybrid capacity (once a week at our corporate HQ in Dublin, OH on Thursdays). That said, we are still open to considering individuals based all over the country, working in a fully remote capacity.
Responsibilities
Lead negotiations for Distribution Service Agreements (DSA) and Wholesale Purchase Agreements (WPA).
Develop negotiation strategies and review contract terms to optimize buy income and manage risk.
Monitor buy income targets and DSA performance metrics.
Oversee inventory and service level performance for assigned manufacturers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with pharmaceutical suppliers.
Analyze business and market data to uncover strategic sourcing opportunities with manufacturers.
Collaborate with Global Sourcing to integrate best practices and maximize Cardinal Health’s value proposition.
Resolve disputes and ensure timely receipt of buy income.
Qualifications
Ideally targeting individuals with 5+ years of experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, or procurement (preferred, though not required).
Open to candidates with diverse healthcare experience (whether that be sales, marketing, 3PL, finance, etc.).
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders and manufacturers across varying levels of technical expertise.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Apply advanced knowledge to manage complex projects, negotiations, and initiatives.
Contribute to policy and process development to support strategic goals.
Recommend innovative practices, processes, metrics, and models to improve sourcing outcomes.
Lead or participate in high-impact projects with long-term implications.
Operate independently while mentoring less experienced colleagues.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-Remote
Anticipated salary range:
$105,100 - $147,100
Bonus eligible:
Yes
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:
11/01/2025
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.
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 (https://www.cardinalhealth.com/content/dam/corp/email/documents/corp/cardinal-health-online-application-privacy-policy.pdf)
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