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Supply Chain Sales Executive

Cardinal Health · IL · $176,300–$203,280 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped a customer standardize products or reduce supply costs.

What they are checking: Whether they can show a specific savings result and explain how they got clinical and supply chain buy-in.

Tell me about a time you closed a large or complex deal with several decision makers.

What they are checking: Whether they can manage a long sales cycle and keep many stakeholders aligned to close.

How do you manage your time across many accounts in a large territory?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by opportunity and relationship health instead of spending time where it is comfortable.

What would you do

How would you work with the other Cardinal Health acute sales teams to grow Cardinal Health Brand products at an account?

What they are checking: Whether they can coordinate a team selling approach rather than working alone in their own lane.

A hospital's supply chain director is frustrated about backorders and is talking to a competitor. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they own the problem, communicate honestly about supply and offer real contingencies to save the relationship.

A clinical team loves a competitor's product and does not want to switch, even though it would save money. How do you approach them?

What they are checking: Whether they respect clinical concerns, bring evidence and look for trials instead of forcing a conversion.

About the work

As a Supply Chain Sales Executive, you would be the main Cardinal Health contact for distribution at your accounts. How would you build an account strategy for a health system in the Chicago area?

What they are checking: Whether they can map stakeholders, spend and opportunities into a clear plan instead of just calling on contacts.

What do you know about how hospital supply chains work, like value analysis committees, GPOs and par levels?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how purchasing decisions are made in health systems and who has influence.

How do you present savings opportunities that sit both inside and outside the Cardinal channel?

What they are checking: Whether they can earn trust by giving an honest overall view instead of only pushing their own products.

How do you use data to find bottlenecks or savings in a customer's supply chain?

What they are checking: Whether they can analyze purchasing and usage data and turn it into a clear business case.

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The full job description

As published by Cardinal Health.

Cardinal Health’s Global Medical Products and Distribution (“GMPD”) segment, focuses on U.S. and International Products and Distribution businesses . We offer industry expertise and an expanding portfolio of safe, effective medical products that improve quality, manage costs and reduce complexity . Cardinal Health Medical Distribution Solutions team has the strategic knowledge and expertise to understand what’s happening at critical points in the supply chain. We help find bottlenecks, find options and contingencies, and work proactively to prevent disruptions. That’s why we have been the medical supplies distributor and product partner of choice for the world’s biggest health systems for decades. Job Summary: The Supply Chain Sales Executive (SCSE ) is accountable for developing and executing an account strategy to grow Cardinal Health Distribution with in local accounts across a defined territory. T he y are the primary Cardinal Health contact for Supply C hain / D istribution . The y maintain an overall view of opportunities to drive standardization and savings both in and out of the Cardinal Channel. SCSEs work extremely close with all their acute Cardinal Health sales teams to maximize penetration of Cardinal Health Brand product, services, and solutions at their accounts. This is a highly visible position that reports directly to the Region Director with ownership for meeting and exceeding sales goals in assigned accounts. Territory: Chicago, Illinois and Northwest, Indiana Responsibilities : • Identify , qualify, prepar e , and execut e effective sales strategies that maintain the existing base of business and support the close of competitive business and revenue growth opportunities within given territory. • Build & m anage consultative relationships with e xecutives , distribution , account plans, supply chain, GPO and product purchasing decision makers . • Develop conversion & substitution strategy when needed. • A nalyze business issues and lead the development of customized action plans to drive value for the customer and Cardinal Health . Prepare bids, price quotes, RFP responses, and presentations for distribution services. Establish and lead business review process, including documentation & communication of financial and operational KPI’s . • Consult buyers and promot e Cardinal Health through participation in sales meetings, training programs, conventions, and trade shows . • U tiliz e and updat e s ales tools to accurately address trends in existing base of business, create call strategies, and to manage territory and strategic business plans . • Complet e all administrative requirements in a timely and comprehensive manner (expenses, compliance, salesforce.com, as directed) . • Meet and maintain the requirements of all key vendor credentialing entities . • Maintain kn owledge of the current industry / competitive landscape including, GPOs, healthcare economics, reimbursement, competitors and competitive products etc. • Foster relationships with Marketing, Customer Service, Business Development and other key internal stakeholder groups . • Assist in , "root cause analysis" - systematic process used to identify the underlying causes of problems or errors within the distribution chain, such as shortages, delivery delays, or incorrect product shipments, with the goal of understanding "why" the issue occurred and implementing solutions to prevent future occurrences . • Performs other job-related duties as requested to ensure sales goals and objectives are met. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferred • Minimum of 5 years sales and/or marketing experience in healthcare/medical product and services industry preferred . • Demonstrated financial acumen, including strategic and analytical skills , ideally knowledge of hospital and healthcare economics . • Strong background in selling situations, and ability to cultivate and maintain executive relationships . Strong understanding & experience with root cause analysis. • Demonstrated ability to manage customer expectations . Excellent organizational skills . • Ability to develop and expand relationships with key stakeholders to achieve business objectives . • Strong cross-organizational collaboration skills; ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment . • Demonstrated success in complex negotiations . • Outstanding communication , presentation and interper sonal skills. • A valid driver's license issued in one of the 50 States with a clean driving record . • Ability to travel 30% • Customer/Vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview . Anticipated pay range: $176,300 - $203,280 (includes targeted variable pay) 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 : 10 /01 /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. 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

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