Consultant, Strategic Planning/Execution

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.

The Portfolio Manager will be a key member of the Digital Solutions Office, responsible for supporting the management of the Digital Solutions portfolio. This role ensures effective resource allocation, drives operational efficiency through robust budget and portfolio management, and fosters a positive and growth-oriented environment for the Digital Solutions and Data Office teams. You will work closely with the Manager of the Digital Solutions Office, Digital Partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful execution and delivery of our initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual budget submission process for the Digital Solutions and Data Office teams, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to gather inputs and develop overall budget submission.
• Administer and utilize portfolio management tools (e.g., Hive) to track project progress, resource allocation, and overall portfolio health.
• Support the entire lifecycle of portfolio management processes, including intake, prioritization, execution, and closure.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency within portfolio management systems.
• Develop and distribute regular portfolio reports and dashboards using tools like Tableau and Excel to provide clear insights into performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the "Type 1" value process and contribute to its reporting and analysis.
• Assist in analyzing portfolio data to identify trends, issues, and areas for process improvement.
• Collaborate with Digital Partner teams and other stakeholders to ensure the consistent application of portfolio management methodologies and best practices.

• Participate in and help facilitate key portfolio meetings, including preparing materials and documenting action items.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of portfolio management processes and tools.

• Assist in planning and executing "Moments that Matter" events, both in-person and online, designed to foster learning, networking, and professional growth within the broader Digital Solutions and Data Office teams.
• Contribute to the end-to-end management of these events, including agenda development, comprehensive communications, logistical coordination, and post-event analysis.
• Support committees & forums along with other ad hoc opportunities (i.e. Analytics Day, Digital Discussions, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in project or portfolio management, preferably in a technology or digital environment.
• Hands-on experience with portfolio management tools (e.g., Hive, Jira Align, Planview) and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with project/program management methodologies is a plus.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Works on complex projects of large scope
• Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
• Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
• Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
• May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $80,900 - $103,950

Bonus eligible: No

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: 07/05/2026 *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.