Obbie McEwen
Mount Juliet,TN
Summary
Dynamic supply chain leader with extensive experience at HealthTrust Supply Chain, excelling in supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing. Proven track record in driving process optimization and fostering high-performing teams and enhancing collaboration. Adept at educating and committed to continuous improvement in procurement practices.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director Of Purchasing
HealthTrust Supply Chain
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to create timely and accurate purchase orders.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders as HVS for correct spend limit approvals, to meet CD policy requirements.
- Adjusted procedures, staffing and hours for staff to maximize department effectiveness.
- Educated staff members to enhance expertise in purchasing software applications such as, SMART Procurement.
- Led a team of procurement professionals, providing mentorship and fostering career development opportunities.
- Collaboration with Corporate Supply Chain to improve discrepancies due to contract files that require updates.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
Director of Supply Chain Operations -Summit
HealthTrust Supply Chain
05.2015 - 09.2019
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Director of Supply Chain Operations - So. Hills
HealthTrust Supply Chain
12.2003 - 05.2015
- Clinical Resource Director for first two years and approached by Supply Chain Leadership to take the dual role of Supply Chain Director and Clinical Resource Director for remaining time at facility.
OR Material Manager & ORICC
HealthTrust Supply Chain
05.1991 - 12.2003
- Approched by Supply Chain Leadership to take my next role as Clinical Resource Director of Southern Hills Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
Certified Surgical First Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
05.1991 - 12.2003
- Assisted in various types of surgeries such as orthopedic, vascular, general surgery, gynecology or urology procedures tailoring assistance based on specific case requirements.
- Reduced surgery time with efficient anticipation of surgeon''s needs, resulting in faster patient recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting surgeons during complex procedures as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
- Contributed to the development of fair pay due to market analysis for the role of the Certified Surgical First Assistant, promoting standardization and quality care across the enterprise.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Services
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05-1991
Skills
- SMART Procurement
- SMART Purchasing
- Power BI
- Microsoft Office Programs
- Studer Principles
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 75 staff members.
- Preparing staff to move to the paperless process.
- Facilitated transition for staff to work from home within a week.
- Closed gaps from facility to Purchasing with collaborative meetings and influencing others to use processes for efficiencies.
- Achieved the new build of SMART Purchasing, SMART WKDISC, and contributed to changes to SMART Procurement to make processes easier and reduce mistakes.
Certification
CST, CFA, CSA & CMRP Certified
Timeline
Director Of Purchasing
HealthTrust Supply Chain
09.2019 - Current
Director of Supply Chain Operations -Summit
HealthTrust Supply Chain
05.2015 - 09.2019
Director of Supply Chain Operations - So. Hills
HealthTrust Supply Chain
12.2003 - 05.2015
OR Material Manager & ORICC
HealthTrust Supply Chain
05.1991 - 12.2003
Certified Surgical First Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
05.1991 - 12.2003
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Services
Nashville State Community College
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