James Hart
Palm Bay
Summary
Knowledgeable Director with over 20 years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Knowledge of surgical supply, GPO communication, value analysis, and conversion processes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Supply Chain
Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
Sebastian
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw inventory control procedures to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Developed supply chain strategies for effective resource allocation and management.
- Managed vendor relationships to enhance service delivery and compliance.
- Coordinated logistics operations for timely distribution of medical supplies.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline supply chain workflows.
- Led cross-functional teams to align supply chain initiatives with hospital goals.
- Evaluated and selected suppliers based on quality and performance criteria.
Regional Director of Supply Chain
Steward Healthcare
Melbourne/Sebastian
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
- Worked within company expense budgets and HealthTrust contracting to ensure compliance with company procedures.
- Trained and Managed multiple employees across two hospitals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits. Savings of over 350k for each hospital.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Led regular training sessions on new products and services for clinical staff members. Monthly Value Analysis meetings to increase cost savings.
- Knowledge across all Medline product lines.
Director of Materials Management
Steward Health Care
Sebastian
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Conducted vendor monitoring and supply chain management activities in compliance with internal logistics standards.
- Monitored product quality by inspecting incoming shipments for defects before acceptance.
- Developed policies, procedures and workflows related to materials management functions.
- Trained staff on best practices regarding materials management processes.
- Managed the purchasing process from initial requisition to final payment of goods or services.
- Provided guidance on procurement strategies for long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Created and maintained a materials management system for tracking inventory levels, orders, deliveries and related activities.
Surgical Inventory Coordinator
CHS
Sebastian
05.2004 - 11.2017
- Responsible for all implants and surgical disposables.
- Utilized multiple tissue tracking systems.
- Vendor relationships.
Lead Anesthesia Technician
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
Melbourne
05.1999 - 11.2004
- Coordinated and set up supplies and equipment for planned procedures.
- Assembled procedure kits for blocks, central lines, arterial lines, blood product infusions and fiber optic scopes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with applicable standards governing safe use and operation of anesthesia machines.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare professionals involved in providing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Gender Studies
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL08-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Healthcare Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05-2026
Skills
- Performance Reporting
- Client Relationships
- Staff Oversight
- Skilled in all ERP systems (Meditech, Lawson, Mckesson)
- Operations Management
- Competitor Analysis
- Employee recruitment
- Budget development
Timeline
Director of Supply Chain
Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Regional Director of Supply Chain
Steward Healthcare
12.2021 - 10.2024
Director of Materials Management
Steward Health Care
11.2017 - 12.2021
Surgical Inventory Coordinator
CHS
05.2004 - 11.2017
Lead Anesthesia Technician
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
05.1999 - 11.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Pittsburgh
Some College (No Degree) - Healthcare Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Associate of Arts - Gender Studies
Eastern Florida State College