BALRAJ NAHAL
JOLIET,IL
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented supply chain buyer with a solid academic background in healthcare administration and a proven ability to optimize processes. Completed a comprehensive supply chain internship, enhancing my vendor management and procurement skills within the healthcare sector. Demonstrated success in collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and achieve measurable results. I am seeking to leverage my expertise as an individual contributor in a dynamic organization, focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness and delivering impactful solutions across various industries.
Experienced procurement specialist skilled in vendor negotiations, inventory management, and cost analysis. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with flexible approach to changing needs. Known for strategic planning, market research, and ensuring timely delivery of quality products. Dependable and efficient in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Corewell Health
10.2023 - Current
- Communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers to facilitate purchase order requests
- Collaborate with hospital departments to assess service needs
- Monitor vendor performance and service delivery metrics, and identify opportunities for improvement
- Implement cost-effective strategies to optimize service procurement
- Acted as a mentor to interns in the supply chain program, providing insights into daily operations and best practices as a buyer
Supply Chain Intern
Corewell Health
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Led a project to standardize supply chain processes at an integrated care center
- Enhanced operational efficiency ensuring timely delivery of essential medical supplies
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline inventory management, allowing focus on patient care
- Accountability for completing support tasks as directed.
- Maintain clear and appropriate documentation of actions taken.
- Analyzes department processes and other Corewell Health systems encountered and makes recommendations for improvements, as appropriate. Participates in quality monitoring activities/process improvement activities.
- Communicates, collaborates, and acts as a team player with others to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Receiving Coordinator
Spectrum Health
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Responds to incoming requisitions received via fax, intranet, hardcopy, and telephone from various customers by dispensing inventory supplies and equipment promptly, or order equipment/supplies from third-party vendor.
- Maintain correct inventory counts through weekly cycle counts/reporting
- Work closely with other team members from the supply chain and staff to provide exceptional care for customers.
- Input purchase order and delivery ticket information into computer to maintain accurate records of material/supplies received and schedules for delivery
Gas Station Manager
Marathon Gas Station
01.2015 - 10.2021
- Recruited, hired, and trained new employees, including monitoring and review of individual performance.
- Reviewed employee performance every month and delivered constructive feedback to improve weaknesses.
- Forecasted trends and adjusted labor and inventory to match expectations.
- Met regularly and collaborated with vendors. This led to effective growth in key segments within the store.
- Strengthened product branding initiatives and coordinated effective marketing campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Baker College of Muskegon
Skills
- Experience in data, operational and financial analysis
- Knowledge of accounting processes and software
- Strong analytical skills
- A business acumen
- Great attention to detail
- Good communication aptitude
- Purchase order management
- Supplier relationship management
- Demand forecasting
- Customer service
Timeline
Buyer
Corewell Health
10.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Intern
Corewell Health
05.2023 - 09.2023
Receiving Coordinator
Spectrum Health
12.2022 - 05.2023
Gas Station Manager
Marathon Gas Station
01.2015 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Baker College of Muskegon