Operations Manager / Inventory Manager

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Dependable Organized Productive Team Player Deadline-Oriented Multi-Tasker <meta data-json="{"ModuleType":13,"ApplyButtonText":"Apply","JobDetailsAlign":0,"JobDetailsDate":0,"JobDetailsJobTypeId":1,"JobDetailsSelectedDate":"2026-10-22T20:31:57.798Z","JobDetailsJobDateFormat":0,"JobDetailsJobLabelId":"Job ID","JobDetailsJobDatePosting":"Date posted","JobDetailsDescriptionFormat":0,"ShowApplyLater":false,"ShowApplyMobile":true,"ShowApplyLaterMobile":false,"ShowApplyLaterWeb":false,"ApplyLaterText":"Apply Later","ApplyLaterAlign":0,"ApplyLaterSubject":"[[JOB_TITLE]] at [[COMPANY_NAME]]","PublishedCandidateCardPageId":null,"ReferrerPageId":null,"ReferrerPageButtonText":"","ShowSavedJobsIcon":false,"IconLabel":"Save for Later","OverrideCandidateCard":false,"ModulePageType":2,"ModulePageName":"AJD - Design 1","DisplayJobDateFormat":"MM/dd/yyyy","JobDetailsSelectedId":"JR0155623","ApplyUrl":"https://mckesson.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/USA-KY-Shepherdsville/Operations-Manager---Inventory-Manager_JR0155623/apply","JobDescription":"\u003Cp style=\u0022text-align:left\u0022\u003EMcKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve \u2013 we care.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\u0022text-align:inherit\u0022\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\u0022text-align:left\u0022\u003EWhat you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow\u2019s health today, we want to hear from you.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\u0022text-align:inherit\u0022\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\u0022text-align:inherit\u0022\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe CDC Operations \u0026 Inventory Manager is responsible for leading and managing the operational and inventory control activities of a CDC distribution center. This role oversees receiving, warehousing, inventory management, replenishment, shipping, and product distribution activities while ensuring inventory accuracy, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe position is accountable for the security, integrity, and availability of inventory; the efficient flow of materials throughout the facility; and the development of operational processes that support business objectives. Through leadership of supervisors and frontline teams, this role drives safety, quality, productivity, service, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility. The role combines responsibilities from the CDC Field Operations and CDC Inventory Control job families.\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESchedule: Monday - Friday / 7 am to completion\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKey Responsibilities\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EOperations Management\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDirect and oversee daily distribution center operations, including receiving, storage, replenishment, inventory movement, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEnsure materials and products are received from approved vendors, processed accurately, stored appropriately, and distributed in a timely manner.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMonitor workflow, operational performance, and resource utilization to achieve established service, quality, productivity, and compliance objectives.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnalyze operational reports, records, and performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEstablish priorities, resolve operational issues, and ensure timely execution of departmental goals and customer commitments.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve operational effectiveness.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EInventory Management\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMaintain accountability for inventory accuracy, security, identification, and accessibility.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELead cycle counting programs, physical inventories, reconciliations, investigations, and inventory adjustment processes.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEnsure inventory transactions are properly executed and inventory records accurately reflect physical inventory.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnalyze inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMonitor inventory levels and coordinate inventory requirements to support operational and customer needs.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEnsure the accurate and secure documentation of inventory, materials, and equipment.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECompliance \u0026 Quality\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEnsure compliance with CDC program requirements, company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMaintain audit readiness and support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPromote adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and inventory management controls.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESupport investigations related to inventory variances, quality events, and operational deviations.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EProtect product integrity through proper handling, storage, and inventory control practices.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFinancial \u0026 Business Management\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMonitor labor utilization, operational expenses, and inventory adjustment trends.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESupport budget planning and management activities.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnalyze operational and inventory performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EUtilize data-driven decision-making to improve departmental performance.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPeople Leadership\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESupervise, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and team members.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDevelop work schedules, assign resources, and monitor workflow to achieve business objectives.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EConduct performance management, talent development, and succession planning activities.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EFoster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECommunicate departmental goals, performance expectations, and organizational priorities.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMinimum Requirements\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEducation\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBachelor\u0027s Degree or equivalent experience.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMinimum Experience\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETypically 6\u002B years of professional experience in operations, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, supply chain, distribution, or a related field.\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETypically 0-2 years of supervisory experience.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPreferred Qualifications\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EExperience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, CDC, VFC, vaccine distribution, or other regulated environments.\u003C/li\u003E\