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Cardinal Health · 2 weeks ago

Senior Consultant, IT Strategy Planning/Execution

Cardinal Health is a leader in healthcare services and products, and they are seeking a Senior Consultant in IT Strategy Planning/Execution. This role is responsible for shaping and driving the strategic direction of Global Technology Business Services initiatives, ensuring alignment with business strategy, and engaging with senior leadership to enhance business performance through technology.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the GTBS technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives
Identify opportunities for leveraging technology to improve business outcomes
Contributes to budgeting and estimation of Strategic initiatives to generate investment requests for financial planning
Collaborate with senior leadership, business unit leaders, and GTBS teams to gather insights and ensure the technology strategy meets business needs
Act as a trusted advisor on GTBS strategy and digital transformation
Design and share technology roadmaps that align with the enterprise’s strategic goals
Identify key initiatives, dependencies, and resource requirements
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to identify opportunities for innovation
Provide thought leadership on the adoption of new technologies that can drive business growth
Work closely with the enterprise architecture team to ensure that GTBS technology strategy is effectively translated into technical architecture and implementation plans
Develop and use metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the GTBS technology strategy, adjusting as necessary to meet evolving business needs
Identify potential risks and challenges associated with GTBS technology initiatives and develop mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Develop clear, concise, and compelling presentations and reports for senior management, outlining GTBS strategies, progress, and outcomes
Facilitate cross-functional team meetings with business and technology stakeholders to ensure communication and guidance are provided
Conduct research and deliver key insights on selected software vendors, including but not limited to, changing pricing models, negative industry behaviors, and upgrade/retirement plans that may influence our software purchase and renewal strategies
Raise risks and concerns as they arise with key incumbent vendors to ensure the opportunity for GTBS to review and take action as needed

Qualification

IT strategyEnterprise architectureStrategic planningCloud computingCybersecurityDigital transformationRoadmap developmentAnalytical skillsResearch skillsPMP certificationTOGAF certificationCommunication skillsTime managementInterpersonal skills

Required

8-12 years of experience in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a strategic planning role
Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud computing, enterprise resource management applications including experience with distribution and manufacturing systems, cybersecurity, and digital transformation
Proven experience in strategic planning and roadmap development
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Outstanding time management and organization skills with ability to work across multiple job levels to achieve results
Ability to influence and engage with senior leadership and business stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes
In-depth understanding of healthcare industry standards, compliance standards, and best practices in IT management
Strong research skills, providing key software market insights on targeted vendors. Ability to stay informed and provide succinct escalations as appropriate

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience
Certifications: Relevant certifications such as TOGAF or PMP are a plus

Benefits

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

Company

Cardinal Health

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Cardinal Health is a manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products.

H1B Sponsorship

Cardinal Health has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (128)
2024 (116)
2023 (140)
2022 (158)
2021 (106)
2020 (142)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.08B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2006-08-16Post Ipo Debt· $78M
1983-08-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Aaron Alt
Chief Financial Officer
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Tony Caprio
Executive Vice President
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