About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company, connecting the world's healthcare ecosystem. With over 48,000 employees across 46 countries, we provide medical products, pharmaceuticals, and supply chain solutions that improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. In APAC, Cardinal Health drives innovation in contract manufacturing, ensuring reliable delivery of quality medical devices and supplies. Our Singapore hub serves as a strategic base for regional operations, offering professionals unparalleled opportunities in a dynamic healthcare landscape.

Role Overview

The Contract Manufacturing Manager - APAC role at Cardinal Health in Singapore is a pivotal leadership position overseeing the Contract Manufacturing Engineering function. This role ensures external manufacturers deliver high-quality products at optimal costs, quantities, locations, and timelines. Reporting to senior leadership, you'll align with Centers of Excellence (COU) and business partners to drive operational excellence. With approximately 35% travel across APAC, this position demands strategic oversight, hands-on mentorship, and a proactive approach to risk management in regulated industries like medical devices.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll provide strategic leadership to Contract Manufacturing Engineers (CMEs), ensuring seamless operations with external partners. Key duties include:

• Training CMEs on the CM playbook and enabling them to execute required actions effectively.
• Traveling frequently (35%) to critical contract manufacturers (CMs) for operational oversight and project reviews.
• Utilizing CM metrics to identify issues, predictive trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Mentoring CMEs in project facilitation, root cause analysis, Continuous Improvement (CI) events, and issue resolution.
• Supporting business and operations review meetings, escalating risks, and managing tactical issues.
• Overseeing savings pipelines, capital/expense budgets, and high-level projects for assigned CMs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Cardinal Health seeks proven leaders for this role. Essential qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or related field (preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in regulated industries, with preference for medical devices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams toward operational goals.
• Strategic aptitude for department and business unit goal-setting.
• Willingness to travel approximately 35% of the time.
• Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or equivalent.

At this management level, you'll supervise professional staff, develop policies, ensure guideline compliance, and resolve operational issues with peers, suppliers, and senior leaders. Decisions impact short-term processes and customer outcomes.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Cardinal Health means accessing a comprehensive benefits package tailored for high-performing professionals in Singapore:

• Competitive salary estimated at SGD 180,000 - 260,000 annually, reflecting healthcare sector rates with upside potential.
• 35% travel allowance with support for regional mobility.
• Inclusive culture celebrating diversity, with encouragement for back-to-work candidates, veterans, people with disabilities, and non-degree holders.
• Professional development through mentorship, certifications, and leadership programs.
• Health and wellness benefits, flexible work options, and global career mobility.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to authenticity and innovation.

Career Growth

This role is a launchpad for advancement at Cardinal Health. Managers often progress to director-level positions in supply chain, operations, or global manufacturing. Gain exposure to APAC markets, cross-functional projects, and strategic initiatives. With preferred certifications like LSS Black Belt and PMP, you'll build credentials for executive roles. Cardinal Health invests in your growth through CI events, business reviews, and leadership training, fostering long-term success in healthcare supply chain management.

Why Join Us

Cardinal Health stands at the forefront of healthcare transformation, powering better patient care through efficient manufacturing and supply chains. In Singapore, our APAC team thrives in a vibrant, multicultural hub with world-class infrastructure. Work with cutting-edge medical technologies, collaborate with top CMs, and contribute to life-saving products. Our commitment to diversity—valuing race, gender, disability, veteran status, and more—creates an environment where you can be your authentic self. Join a Fortune 500 company that delivers real impact.

Role FAQs

What is the travel requirement?

Approximately 35% travel to visit critical contract manufacturers in APAC for oversight and reviews.

Is a degree required?

Bachelor's degree preferred, but experience in regulated industries is paramount. Non-degree candidates encouraged to apply.

What industries qualify as 'regulated'?

Medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or similar with strict quality and compliance standards.

How does this role support career advancement?

Through mentorship, project leadership, and exposure to strategic business functions, positioning you for senior roles.

What makes Cardinal Health unique?

Our integrated model connects products, services, and data to optimize healthcare delivery globally.