Today, Cardinal Health (NYSE: CAH) announced the commencement of construction for a new 350,000 square-foot logistics center in Columbus, Ohio. This center will serve as a centralized replenishment hub for distributing over-the-counter consumer health products in support of its core pharmaceutical business.
Situated in the Rickenbacker Global Logistics Park, the Consumer Health Logistics Center will become the fourth Cardinal Health distribution facility in Central Ohio, joining its corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ohio. Expected to be fully operational by Summer 2025, the facility will generate around 100 new jobs in Ohio.
Debbie Weitzman, CEO of Pharmaceutical & Specialty Solutions at Cardinal Health, noted the significant growth in demand for consumer health products over the past five years. She highlighted that the new Consumer Health Logistics Center will meet customers’ needs for affordable, reliable, and comprehensive options of over-the-counter medications, treatments, and diagnostic solutions.
The introduction of advanced inventory management systems in the Consumer Health Logistics Center will enhance supply chain resilience, providing customers with a wider range of product choices. This investment demonstrates Cardinal Health’s commitment to delivering dependable and efficient healthcare solutions by improving speed, convenience, and reliability.
Jamie Barker, Senior Vice President of Pharmaceutical Supply Chain at Cardinal Health, emphasized the innovative technology and solutions powering the Consumer Health Logistics Center, expecting it to be a differentiator in the marketplace. Barker anticipates improvements in agility and speed, optimized product needs across the network, frequent replenishment and inventory balance, and unparalleled supply chain responsiveness for customers.
The Consumer Health Logistics Center will incorporate the latest logistics technology, including Honeywell Intelligrated® software-enabled automation and operator workflows, to optimize inventory efficiency and outbound product flow. Automation will enhance the work experience for Cardinal Health employees while supporting fluctuations in product demand and labor.
Cardinal Health is collaborating with Prologis, the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, and Capitol Square on this project.
About Cardinal Health: Cardinal Health is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. With over 50 years in business, operations in more than 30 countries, and approximately 48,000 employees globally, Cardinal Health plays an essential role in healthcare.
