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GREGORY J. MINER

Supply Chain Executive
Livonia

Summary

Senior level supply chain and operations leader with a consistent record of improving processes, mentoring and bottom-line financial performance improvements. Visionary leader with proven abilities in operations, supply chain, quality improvements and process re-engineering. Demonstrated ability to deliver results working across functional and geographic boundaries in large corporations and small firms to obtain goals and objectives..

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Director, Supply Chain Management

DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
06.2018 - 12.2025
  • Led redesign of supply areas to eliminate waste and improve efficiency, driving supply standardization across Sinai Grace Hospital and coordinating with medical and surgical supply VAT’s at DMC and GPO Health Trust.
  • DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is part of Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and located in northwest Detroit. Sinai-Grace provides health care services in over 40 specialties and has 300+ inpatient beds.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement healthcare policies.
  • Streamlined departmental processes, resulting in improved workflow and resource allocation.

Purchasing Manager

SMR Automotive Systems USA Inc.
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Led USA procurement team in managing program launch, supplier development engineers, product sourcing, and MRO purchases. Oversaw identification of tools for gathering market intelligence to inform business decisions. Monitored response times to issues involving purchased parts, materials, engineering or process changes, and supplier cost-reduction activities to drive continuous improvement.
  • Samvardhana Motherson Reflectec (SMR) is a tier one manufacturer of rearview mirrors for passenger cars. SMR is part of the Samvardhana Motherson Group a global $6.9 billion dollar company.
  • Led strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier relationships and reduce costs.
  • Developed and implemented procurement strategies aligning with organizational goals.
  • Managed vendor negotiations, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards.

Vice President of Supply Chain Management

Scientific Image Center Management
06.2013 - 03.2015
  • Managed the supply chain of a national plastic surgery company. Established the corporate purchasing policy, developed structured processes for supply management, and reduced overall supply and services expenses. Assumed facility management for 70+ locations including capital improvements and leases.
  • National plastic surgery company, licensed under the name Lifestyle Lift, generating $185 million in revenue annually.
  • Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives to align research goals with organizational objectives.
  • Directed operational efficiency improvements across interdepartmental workflows and project management processes.
  • Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance collaborative research opportunities and funding prospects.

Director, Logistics & Operations Management

Henry Ford Health System (HFHS)
12.2002 - 05.2013
  • Directed teams for medical supply purchasing, replenishment, shipping, receiving, warehouse management, and distribution across HFHS, overseeing all supply chain activities including transportation, Periodic Automated Replenishment (PAR), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), and linen and laundry management.
  • Led operations for multi-location Michigan non-profit health care enterprise generating over $4 billion in annual revenue.
  • Directed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality across diverse healthcare settings.
  • Implemented operational efficiencies that improved workflow and reduced patient wait times.
  • Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative healthcare solutions tailored to community needs.

Purchasing Manager, System Contracting and IT

Henry Ford Health System
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Conducted cross-commodity strategic planning, established a system-wide RFP process, and managed contract negotiations exceeding $30 million in annual spending across all commodities within HFHS.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and optimize procurement processes.
  • Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency and reliability.
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with contract terms and fostering collaboration.

Capital Buyer (contract)

Henry Ford Health System
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Acquired capitalized medical equipment, computer equipment, software licensing, infrastructure technology, office technology, and facility construction services for HFHS.
  • Negotiated supplier contracts to optimize pricing and secure favorable terms.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform procurement strategies and improve product selection.
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to identify purchasing needs and streamline inventory management.

General Manager

Datamanagement, Inc.
09.1999 - 12.1999

A structured cable company that specialized in cabling, IT design and backroom installation for small to midsize companies.

  • Managed overall company operations, including strategic planning, HR, and field operation team members.

Directed operational strategy, enhancing overall efficiency across multiple departments.

Oversaw budget development and resource allocation to optimize project outcomes.

Director of Purchasing and Facilities Management

Rock Financial Corporation
04.1996 - 09.1999
  • Developed national purchasing strategy, corporate and branch expansion, lease administration, company equipment, capitalized purchases, couriers, mail/fulfillment center, space planning, and facilities presentation/management.
  • Oversaw procurement strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and budget constraints.
  • Developed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes, implementing best practices to enhance operational efficiency.

Director of Retail Operations

Group 10 Management Company
06.1995 - 11.1995

Managed investment group for Mammoth Video, overseeing operations of 30+ video rental store locations.

  • Directed operations for 30+ video rental stores, coordinating warehouse and corporate staff to enhance service delivery.
  • Directed retail operations to optimize inventory management and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives to improve sales performance across multiple store locations.
  • Mentored and trained management teams on operational best practices and leadership techniques.

Manager of Merchandising Systems

Frank’s Nursery & Crafts, Inc.
01.1992 - 01.1995

General Manager

General Manager of Creative Craft’s
01.1988 - 01.1992

Store Manager

Store Manager
01.1976 - 01.1988

Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager
01.1975 - 01.1976

Stock Clerk/Manager Trainee

Stock Clerk/Manager Trainee
01.1973 - 01.1975

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

California Coast University
Santa Ana, California
11-2013

Skills

  • Supply Chain/Logistics Management
  • Operations Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Team Building & Development
  • RFP Process & Administration
  • Purchasing and Sourcing
  • Inventory Management
  • Warehousing and Distribution
  • 3PL Management
  • KPI Development

Affiliations

  • Metropolitan Detroit Area Hospital Services Past Member 2012-2013
  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
  • IS-00100.HC - Introduction to Incident Command System ISC-100 for Health Care/Hospitals
  • IS-00200.HCa – Applying ICS to Healthcare Organizations ICS-200 for Health Care/Hospitals
  • IS-00700.a National Incident Management System (NIMS), an Introduction
  • IS-00800.b National Response Framework, an Introduction
  • Over 50 online training courses completed HFHS University 2005-2013
  • Institute for Supply Manager Current Member 2006
  • Association of Healthcare Resource & Material Management (AHRMM) Current Member 2004
  • American Purchasing Society Individual Member 2000
  • Management Disney Style Disney Institute 1997
  • Achieving Breakthrough Customer Service Harvard Business School 1993
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Project
  • PeopleSoft and Lawson ERP

Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt – The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center May 31, 2011

Timeline

Director, Supply Chain Management

DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
06.2018 - 12.2025

Purchasing Manager

SMR Automotive Systems USA Inc.
10.2015 - 12.2017

Vice President of Supply Chain Management

Scientific Image Center Management
06.2013 - 03.2015

Director, Logistics & Operations Management

Henry Ford Health System (HFHS)
12.2002 - 05.2013

Purchasing Manager, System Contracting and IT

Henry Ford Health System
01.2001 - 12.2002

Capital Buyer (contract)

Henry Ford Health System
01.2001 - 12.2002

General Manager

Datamanagement, Inc.
09.1999 - 12.1999

Director of Purchasing and Facilities Management

Rock Financial Corporation
04.1996 - 09.1999

Director of Retail Operations

Group 10 Management Company
06.1995 - 11.1995

Manager of Merchandising Systems

Frank’s Nursery & Crafts, Inc.
01.1992 - 01.1995

General Manager

General Manager of Creative Craft’s
01.1988 - 01.1992

Store Manager

Store Manager
01.1976 - 01.1988

Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager
01.1975 - 01.1976

Stock Clerk/Manager Trainee

Stock Clerk/Manager Trainee
01.1973 - 01.1975

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

California Coast University
GREGORY J. MINERSupply Chain Executive