Seeking a highly experienced Program Manager (PM) that will be responsible for planning and oversight of multiple, complex, strategic capital programs. The NPHS PM facilitates communication among a cross-functional team including corporate real estate, construction, operations, engineering, validations, quality, health physics, finance, sourcing and other key teams to deliver PET manufacturing and pharmacy locations in the U.S.

What Program and Project Management contributes to Cardinal Health

Program & Project Management plays a critical role in realizing business value through the application of project management knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet objectives of multiple, complex projects.

Job Summary

The Nuclear & Precision Health Solutions Program Manager, NPHS PM, is responsible for managing the execution of inter-connected projects that are managed as a program. The NPHS PM focuses on program strategy, project delegation and implementation. They work within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope while managing risk and ensuring adherence to established processes and methodologies. The NPHS PM’s programs are tied to critical organizational goals.

Responsibilities

Achieves on time, on budget delivery of strategic, capital programs with aggressive timelinesConnects program objectives to broader organizational goals. Connects short-term demands to long-term implications, in alignment with the supporting business caseApplies knowledge of the project management initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing processesEffectively documents scope, estimated cost, and creates a detailed schedule for large, complex, cross-functional projects and programsOrganizes project teams, establishes project schedules and individual responsibilities, and determines resource requirements Ensures effective, nimble controls are in place to manage risks, issues, changes, decisions, cost, resources, and schedule  Creatively solves problems with stakeholders when challenges occurEnsures team is successful by addressing workload priorities, removing obstacles, facilitating issue resolution. Negotiates with stakeholders to obtain the resources necessary for successful executionMonitors performance and influences appropriate scope, schedule, cost or resource adjustments​Facilitates prioritization in order to minimize impact of high-demand resources having competing deadlines   Works within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope, while managing risk and ensuring adherence to established processes. Collaborates with leadership and finance to pursue additional funding, as appropriateEnsures equipment and vendors are selected. Reviews vendor contracts to ensure completeness of scope, requirements and ensuring vendors deliver on time and on budget. Orchestrates and monitors purchase ordersOptimally plans equipment delivery date, installation and qualification  Shares long-term plans for equipment purchases with sourcing for strategic planning. Collaborates with Global Trade on import planningProvides periodic and summary reports on the status of program health, timing, risks, issues and resources to leadership and stakeholdersShares monthly forecast with finance. Collaborates with NPHS leadership to achieve each fiscal year capital budget goalsCollaborates with finance and operations to ensure assets are placed in service at required time, with accurate, comprehensive informationEnsures adherence to quality standards and Cardinal Health policiesOther duties as assignedTravels up to 15% as per business need

Qualifications

8-12 years of experience, preferredBachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly MS Project, Excel, and PowerPointProven successful program management experience 2 yearsDemonstrates knowledge of capital planningAbility to influence without authorityActs with sense of urgency and desire to improve experiences for our customers and business partnersExcellent communication skills; ability to tailor communication with all levels of the organization, including executive leadershipSophisticated problem-solving skillsExperience working in highly regulated environment a plusExperience with supplier relationship management a plusExperience in healthcare, radiopharmaceuticals or pharmaceutical industry a plusUnderstanding of cGMP manufacturing environment a plusAbility to travel up to 15% of the time, as needed

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 projectsParticipates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goalsRecommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models to drive continuous improvementManages complex programs of large scopeLeads programs with significant and long-term impactProvides solutions which may set precedentIndependently determines method for completion of new programsReceives guidance on overall program objectivesActs as a mentor to less experienced colleaguesIdentifies program risks and brings to leadershipShares knowledge and best practices with team members

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 coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/28/2025 *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.

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