If you could choose any special area of focus with Cardinal Health, which would you choose?
Given their wide range of healthcare products and services, working for Cardinal Health could open various career options for you within the company. As the interviewer considers you to join their team, they would like to know if any specialty area of their business interests you more than others.
"I am currently working as a Clinical Research Assistant and would like to eventually grow into a Principal Scientist role, or something of the like, with Cardinal Health. My primary goal is to find a long-term home where I can continue to expand my knowledge in the area of (choose an area of study)."
"That is a challenging question when there would be so many interesting options at my fingertips at Cardinal Health. I'm very passionate about community health initiatives and loved reading about the services like the 340B solutions you provide. I would love my career with Cardinal Health to one day focus on community health services."
Before your interview, consider other areas within the company that interest you. It's okay to dream about your potential career with the organization, so don't hesitate to discuss a particular position you envision working in. For example, you might be interviewing for a forklift operator position but dream of becoming a Supply Chain Inventory and Purchasing Manager in the next three to five years. Whatever your goals, now is the time to share them with the interviewer, showing you will be a long-term fit if hired.
"Currently, I work as a warehouse team member but am interested in working in Analytics and Information Management. I have been researching online programs to receive my MBA in this area and have narrowed my search to Rutgers Business School. After completing my degree, I would love the opportunity to apply my skills and knowledge in your Analytics and Information Management division."
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Anonymous Answer
If I could manage any portfolio at Cardinal, I honestly would love to start with nutrition, just like I'm interviewing for here. I feel like my experience with tubing and bags, as well as bioprocessing in general is valuable in giving me a way to hit the ground running in this portfolio. I am interested in learning about the other product offerings Cardinal has in more depth as I progress through this role.
Jaymie's Feedback
Perfect! You shared your area of interest, your experience and skills that would transfer well into the role, and your openness to learning other areas of the business as well.
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