About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health, a global leader in healthcare services, empowers pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers with innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and streamline operations. With annual revenue exceeding $200 billion, we specialize in pharmaceutical distribution, supply chain management, and medical product manufacturing. Our Information Technology division drives business value through cutting-edge solutions, particularly in supply chain planning. Join our Global Planning IT team and contribute to mission-critical systems that ensure seamless demand and supply planning across our network.

Role Overview

As an Engineer, Application Development and Maintenance, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Kinaxis RapidResponse platform within Cardinal Health's Global Planning IT organization. This position involves hands-on development, maintenance, and enhancement of supply chain planning applications. Reporting to the Planning IT team, you will collaborate with the Kinaxis Center of Excellence (COE), business users, and IT partners to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Ideal for experienced professionals with Kinaxis expertise, this role offers exposure to complex projects in a dynamic healthcare environment. Location: Ohio FIELD, United States. Anticipated salary: $94,900 - $135,600 USD annually.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will include:

• Fully understanding functional and technical capabilities of Kinaxis and related integration utilities, aligning them with user needs and business processes.
• Building strong relationships with Planning IT and Kinaxis COE team members to foster collaboration.
• Managing issues by documenting, escalating, and ensuring timely resolutions.
• Developing and implementing Kinaxis and integration resources for project and operational enhancements.
• Delivering training on enhancements to COE and IT teams.
• Documenting test results, supporting change management, and coordinating testing with business users.
• Investigating user issues and partnering with end-users and IT for resolutions.
• Gathering harmonized requirements from end-users and anticipating future needs to proactively close gaps.
• Ensuring weekly completion of demand and supply plans to downstream nodes.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

• 4-8 years of experience in application development and maintenance, preferably in supply chain IT.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong Kinaxis RapidResponse experience (strongly preferred); familiarity with other supply chain tools like SAP APO, ECC, or S/4HANA is a plus.
• Knowledge of demand/supply planning, forecasting, inventory management, and supporting processes.
• Data analysis, scripting, and relational database skills (SQL, Oracle, Access) as advantageous.
• Proven ability to grasp complex issues amid incomplete information and drive stakeholder consensus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with autonomy in international contexts.

This level expects comprehensive knowledge application to complex projects, innovative problem-solving, and potential mentoring of junior colleagues.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health offers a robust compensation package designed for your well-being and professional success:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $94,900 to $135,600 USD per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays to support work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Employee stock purchase plan and wellness programs.
• Flexible work arrangements and remote collaboration tools.

Career Growth

At Cardinal Health, your career trajectory is limitless. This role positions you for advancement into senior engineering, architecture, or leadership positions within Global IT Planning. We invest in certifications like Kinaxis RapidResponse, SAP, and agile methodologies. Our cross-functional teams provide exposure to enterprise-wide projects, fostering skills in cloud integration, AI-driven forecasting, and digital transformation. Many alumni have progressed to roles like IT Manager or Supply Chain Architect, with internal mobility across our 50,000+ global workforce.

Why Join Us

Cardinal Health stands at the forefront of healthcare innovation, where your Kinaxis expertise directly impacts patient care through optimized supply chains. Work on high-impact projects in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values diversity and innovation. Benefit from stability in a Fortune 500 company while enjoying Ohio's vibrant professional landscape. Our commitment to ethical practices and community impact sets us apart—join us to make a tangible difference in healthcare delivery.

Role FAQs

What is the primary technology stack?

Kinaxis RapidResponse, with integrations to SAP APO/ECC/S4, SQL databases, and custom scripting tools.

Is Kinaxis experience required?

Strongly preferred; other supply chain planning experience is considered.

What is the work arrangement?

Full-time, with potential hybrid flexibility based in Ohio FIELD.

Are there travel requirements?

Minimal, focused on virtual collaboration with international teams.

How does Cardinal Health support professional development?

Through training, certifications, mentorship, and clear career paths in IT and supply chain.