Sr. Consultant, Global Technology & Business Services Vendor Management

What Strategic Planning/Execution contributes to Cardinal Health

Strategy is responsible for leadership, direction and expertise in the development of business strategy, strategic management disciplines and business analytics that support the company's mission vision and valuation objectives, in close collaboration with business leaders.

Strategic Planning/Execution is responsible for developing and supporting the realization of strategic plans and management agendas.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for Relationship Management, Contract Management, Performance Management, and Financial Management as it relates to Global Technology & Business Services (GTBS) Vendors. This role is responsible for creating and managing diverse strategic vendor partnerships that drive enterprise value with innovation and competitive pricing. This role develops and executes strategic plans by leveraging market research, industry knowledge and through cross-functional collaboration.

Location

Targeting individuals local to Central Ohio, willing and able to work in a hybrid work environment

Responsibilities

• Govern and interpret large contracts (Managed Service, Staffing and Software contracts specifically)

• Executes contractual changes as needed

• Analyze and audit performance metrics

• Monitors vendor activity to ensure compliance with company policies

• Drives and standardizes best practices based on functional changes needed through deep-dive analysis of data and feedback from executive leadership

• Facilitates the relationship between Cardinal Health and the Vendor

• Provides financial support and management for budget and forecasts

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience, preferred

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred

• Experience in Information Technology, Software Management, and/or Contractor Staffing, preferred

• Strong understanding of contract terms and conditions including maximizing deliverables and risk mitigation

• Strong communication skills both verbal and through presentations

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects

• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals

• Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models

• Works on or may lead projects that may have significant and long-term impact

• Provides solutions which may set precedent

• Receives and provides guidance on overall project objectives

• Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $105,100 - $150,100

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: 12/13/2025 *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.

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 (