About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global leader in healthcare solutions, with its Global Medical Products and Distribution (GMPD) segment delivering industry expertise and an expanding portfolio of safe, effective medical products. We improve quality, manage costs, and reduce complexity for healthcare providers across the U.S. and internationally. Trusted for our regulatory experience, insights, and infrastructure, Cardinal Health helps manufacture and source value-driven medical products that meet comprehensive healthcare demands. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence in nursing care products.

Role Overview

The Region Director Sales, Nursing Care Products, is a pivotal leadership role at Cardinal Health, based in the TX-Texas-FIELD territory, ideally in Texas. This position leads a team of approximately seven sales specialists, advancing the Nursing Care product portfolio through solution-based selling in the Acute Care Hospital marketplace. Key products include gloves, personal protective equipment (PPE), skin and wound care, women's and baby care, patient care, and localized temperature therapy. With a salary range of $193,000 - $241,000 USD (including targeted variable pay) and bonus eligibility, this full-time remote role requires 50% travel and offers substantial growth potential in healthcare sales leadership.

Key Responsibilities

As Region Director Sales, Nursing Care Products, you will drive regional growth by executing sales strategies for existing and new business. Responsibilities include fostering a high-performance culture through robust performance management and talent development, promoting teamwork, accountability, and innovation. You will enforce sales discipline via coaching, ride-alongs, and customer visits, while building and maintaining relationships with key accounts. Collaboration across Cardinal Health teams is essential for mutually beneficial outcomes. Stay ahead of the competitive landscape, act as a change agent, and participate in sales meetings, training, conventions, and tradeshows, with up to one week of overnight travel at a time. Other duties support achieving sales goals.

Driving Sales Execution

Lead your team to meet territory and customer-specific objectives, ensuring consistent growth in the Nursing Care portfolio.

Team Leadership and Development

Create predictability in expectations, educate on best practices, and develop talent for long-term success.

Qualifications & Requirements

Cardinal Health seeks candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience. A minimum of 5+ years of successful sales experience, preferably in healthcare, is required. Proven leadership capabilities are essential, including managing diverse personalities in changing environments and designing win-win strategies for Cardinal Health and clients. Self-starters who independently solve problems within tolerances excel here. Matrix management skills, executive presence, solid presentation and communication abilities are critical. Live within the Texas region, ideally in Texas, with ability to travel 50% in the territory. Work remotely from a dedicated home office with high-speed internet (provided by you; equipment supplied by Cardinal Health). Customer/vendor credentialing, including vaccinations, may be required.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package to support your health and well-being. Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; health savings account (HSA); 401k savings plan; access to wages before payday via myFlexPay; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); short- and long-term disability coverage; work-life resources; paid parental leave; and healthy lifestyle programs. These perks underscore our commitment to employee wellness in the demanding healthcare sales field.

Career Growth

This role offers exceptional opportunities for professional development at Cardinal Health. As a sales leader, you will gain exposure to cross-functional teams, market insights, and strategic initiatives within GMPD. Resilience, integrity, motivation, adaptability, collaboration, and people leadership position you for advancement. Regular training, sales meetings, and industry events enhance skills, while performance management fosters internal mobility. Many leaders progress to broader regional or national roles, leveraging Cardinal Health's global platform.

Why Join Us

Join Cardinal Health to lead impactful sales in nursing care products that protect clinicians and enhance patient care. Benefit from a supportive culture emphasizing innovation, accountability, and growth. With a competitive salary up to $241,000+ USD, bonus potential, and robust benefits, this Texas-based role offers work-life balance through remote flexibility. Contribute to a portfolio addressing critical healthcare needs like PPE and wound care. The application window closes February 6, 2026—apply now to shape the future of medical distribution.

Role FAQs

What is the travel requirement?

Up to 50% travel within the Texas territory, including overnight stays up to one week for meetings and events.

Is remote work allowed?

Yes, work from home when not traveling, requiring a quiet, distraction-free environment with high-speed internet.

What products does the portfolio include?

Gloves, PPE, skin and wound care, women and baby care, patient care, and localized temperature therapy.

Is a degree required?

Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.

When does the application close?

Anticipated to close on 2/6/2026; apply ASAP if interested.