Senior Executive Administrative Assistant - EVP, CIO

What Administration contributes to Cardinal Health

Business & Administrative Support is responsible for assisting general business operations by providing an array of administrative and data support activities.
Administration is responsible for performing a variety of administrative activities in support of their assigned work team. May assist executives in budget preparation, record maintenance, and generating reports regarding operations, personnel changes, etc. Uses company software to compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence and presentations. May design processes to enhance workflow. Serves as administrative liaison with others within and outside the company regarding administrative issues.

Job Summary

This role reports to the Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer for Cardinal Health.

The Senior Executive Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Chief Information Officer in their day-to-day office activities. This job manages scheduling and makes travel arrangements for related leaders. The Senior Executive Assistant, Administration maintains a strong understanding of all relevant Cardinal Health operations and frequently represents the company/senior leaders internally and externally through written and verbal communications. This job frequently handles confidential information and personal matters which requires the use of discretion and judgement in all interactions. The Senior Executive Assistant, Administration anticipates the needs of senior leaders and is capable of managing multiple tasks at time.

Responsibilities

• Manages the calendar of one or many senior leaders including the scheduling and coordination of internal and external meetings and conference calls

• Arranges travel in accordance with senior leader demands and files related reimbursement documentation as needed

• Coordinate complex travel arrangements, both domestic and International, in Concur

• Reconcile, submit, and track expense reports on behalf of EVP, SVP and VPs

• Receives and relays telephone messages from internal and external sources, to manage the time/interaction executives have with internal and external sources

• Obtains and organizes information for use in conferences, speeches, and reports as requested by the senior leader

• Develops, edits, proofreads, and formats presentations and other documents for senior leaders in preparation for meetings

• Works on and manages projects as assigned by the senior leader(s)

• Coordinate group meetings, workshops or team building events; collaborate with the Meeting and Events and Live Events teams, when needed

• Create Excel/PowerPoint/Word documents and presentations utilizing data or input provided by leaders and staff

• Prepare agendas for staff meetings and coordinate speakers/topics

• Communicate with other Executive Assistants on scheduling meetings and other important events while building positive relationships

• Learn and utilize company technology to complete assignments

• Follow up on behalf of leaders supported on any outstanding issues

• Manage EVP and SVP communication/shadow mailbox

• Work with Talent Acquisition to schedule interviews, calibrations, and other meetings for hiring employees

• Maintain department organizational charts

• Partner with HR, Communications and Finance to coordinate meetings hosted by EVP and SVP

• Develop and constantly improve internal processes

• Order office supplies as needed by team

• Keep current with company travel, expenses and other relevant policies and communicate changes to the team

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Handle external deliveries and mail

• Screen incoming calls/inquiries and handle independently where possible

• Other administrative support duties (support during key projects) as assigned

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related professional experience, supporting senior level management with large national or global companies preferred

• Associate degree, preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience

• Demonstrates extreme discretion when handling confidential matters/materials

• Detail-oriented and displays ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines

• Ability to effectively set expectations with internal customers regarding timing of activities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs; ability to learn new technology

• Self-directed; ability and willingness to problem-solve and apply creative solutions (example: calendar conflicts)

• Proficient verbal and written communications skills

• Work proactively and independently, learn and adapt quickly, and enjoy working in a fast-paced and changing environment

• Ability to interface with employees at all levels of the organization

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks

• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity

• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems

• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions

• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments

Anticipated hourly range: $ 26.90 per hour - $44.43 per hour

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: 3/9/26 *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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