Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Supply Chain Executive with a demonstrated track record of exceeding operational goals, streamlining efficiency and driving improvements through the development and execution of corporate supply chain strategies and cost control initiatives. High energy leader experienced in overseeing cross-functional teams, restructuring resources and optimizing workforces. Proven success in accelerating revenue growth through strategic and tactical development of supply chain programs, favorable vendor contracts and effective sourcing strategies. Quality focused problem solver able to drive top performance through staff mentoring, recognition and well-rounded training/development. Champion for continuous process improvement; partner with executives to implement processes, restructure programs and introduce new technologies to meet operational goals and objectives.
Includes network wide responsibility for Strategic Sourcing and Engagement, Supply Chain Operations, Innovation, and Decision Support, Health Technology Management/Biomedical Engineering, and Facilities Management
Progressed to role based on outstanding contributions and performance. Hold full accountability for overseeing all supply chain operations across 4 divisions and 29 acute care facilities consisting of 5K beds, 9 surgery centers and 300 clinics over a 7-state region. Direct all logistical support functions, including materials acquisition and movement, vendor relations and procurement. Partner with executive leadership for corporate strategy development; define and implement short and long-term goals, strategic initiatives and supply chain programs to attain established corporate objectives. Built and lead a team of 17 direct and 350 indirect employees; manage $1.5B+ supply chain budget. >>>>>>>>>>Selected Accomplishments & Highlights<<<<<<<<<< Led the development, implementation and execution of supply chain corporate strategy, establishing a Gartner #11 ranking in 2015. Conducted in-depth spend reviewed to identify potential issues; implemented cost control initiatives, yielding a significant savings of $40M annually. Implemented and continue to manage system-wide purchased services contracts representing $400M+ annually. Developed and implemented a non-acute supply chain structure to support the full continuum of care during the transition into an Accountable Care Organization. Selected to serve on the Orthopedic Supply Reduction team; implemented a capitated construct program, with resulted in $5M+ in system supply savings YOY. Initiated facility SMaRT Teams to develop cost containment strategies and the enterprise wide adoption of new technology; efforts led to a grassroots savings of $2M annually. Led the implementation of a self-distribution process for custom procedure trays throughout all divisions, including 3PL operations in Colorado and Alaska, as well as a self-distribution process for globally sourced products, which drove a $2M annual savings.
Brought into role to help restructure supply chain and procurement operations in order to improve operational issues. Implemented change management, process improvement, strategic planning and policy revitalization to drive cost containment and enhance overall operations, including supply chain, logistics, purchasing, patient charge, transportation and supply cost management. Directed a team of 5 procurement and 12 supply chain employees; managed and allocated $50M in supply chain spend. >>>>>>>>>>Selected Accomplishments & Highlights<<<<<<<<<< Reengineered and integrated logistics function with materials management; led to reduction of labor requirements and increased productivity by developing a cross-functional model. Implemented New Technology Committee to review and analyze cost/benefit of emerging technologies. Developed, introduced and tracked metrics to measure purchasing and contract compliance and performance.
Provided completed oversight of materials management, logistic support services and environment services functions. Built and managed a team of 220, providing ongoing coaching, mentoring and support to ensure high performance, productivity, efficiency and quality levels. >>>>>>>>>>Selected Accomplishments & Highlights<<<<<<<<<< Drove the development of an integrated model for support services in order to improve patient/customer services through a single point-of-contact customer service area. Resulted in significant improvements to patient throughput from discharge order to departure, as well as improved productivity within logistics and environmental services. Monitored, allocated and tracked $48M supply expense budget. Served as Team Leader for patient throughput Mission Fast initiative to streamline process from admit to discharge. Participated on system wide standardization teams that assisted with supply contracting decisions and implemented facility wide changes to meet contract specifications.
Managed the Materials Management Department, overseeing all daily operations to include instrument processing, supply distribution, receiving and inventory control. Directed a team of 35 employees and held accountability for an expense budget of $12M and revenues of $60M+. Improved variable supply budget results from -15% various to a positive within 1 year.