Joshua Gross
Los Angeles,CA
Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Of Procurement
Oasis Healthcare Partners
09.2016 - Current
- Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Established and maintained Emergency PPE stockpiles during COVID-19 Pandemic throughout all operating regions to ensure facilities remained in compliance with all state and federal regulations
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Accounts Receivable Representative
CENTERS FOR SPECIALTY CARE GROUP
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Accountable for procuring full information from
Finance and Admissions departments required for
billing on timely basis. - Had collection rate of over 98%, ranking first in company.
- Responsible for processing billing to appropriate
parties, monitoring payments, and following up as
needed. - Applied strong negotiation and communication skills
to successfully navigate complex bureaucracy
of Centers for Medicare Services, New York State
Medicaid, and numerous health insurance
companies, in order to ensure prompt payment and resolve any issues or disputes. - Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Accounts Payable Rep
CENTERS FOR SPECIALTY CARE GROUP
02.2009 - 01.2012
- Owned day to day relationship with vendors of
multiple skilled nursing facilities in New York metro
area, ensuring timely payment of nursing homes'
bills. - Worked extensively with finance and purchasing
departments of nursing homes to ensure vendor
satisfaction and continuation of services. - Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
Project Manager
Lazar Capital
06.2008 - 02.2009
- Research investment opportunities over wide range
of industries for private equity firm. - Prepare executive summaries to be sent out to
investors for various business and real estate
investment opportunities. - Manage various investment projects for both Lazar
Capital and its subsidiary companies. - Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Loan Processor
Meridian Capital Group
06.2006 - 12.2007
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and loan officers to establish smooth loan process.
- Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
- Facilitated communication with loan applicants, underwriters and loan officers to optimize process and maintain updated information.
- Processed loans within various departments to achieve timely, accurate, and fair proceedings.
- Assisted loan officers with origination and closing processes to fastrack procedures and promote teamwork.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
08.2008
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Reducing Costs
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Loss Prevention Strategies
- Accounting Procedures
- Performance Improvement
- Best Practices and Tools
- Market Intelligence
- Price Negotiation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operational Efficiency
- Vendor Contracts
- Strategic Goals
- Procurement Expertise
Accomplishments
Anticipated PPE shortages due to the Covid-19 Pandemic in its early stages, and convinced senior management to set up emergency PPE stockpiles in all operationing regions, this resulting in both cost saving, and increased compliance with state and federal regulations.
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Director Of Procurement - Oasis Healthcare Partners
09.2016 - Current
Accounts Receivable Representative - CENTERS FOR SPECIALTY CARE GROUP
01.2012 - 08.2014
Accounts Payable Rep - CENTERS FOR SPECIALTY CARE GROUP
02.2009 - 01.2012
Project Manager - Lazar Capital
06.2008 - 02.2009
Loan Processor - Meridian Capital Group
06.2006 - 12.2007
Post University - Master of Science, Accounting
Post University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration And Management