Samantha Ivkovich
Procurement Coordinator
Batavia,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced procurement professional with 13 years in the healthcare supply chain industry. Proven expertise in supply chain management, procurement practices, and inventory management. Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to handle multiple projects with high accuracy. Dedicated to improving processes and resolving root cause issues to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Coordinator
Northwestern Medicine
Warrenville, IL
02.2022 - Current
- Processes requisitions into purchase orders and expedites rush overnight orders with vendors, ensuring compliance with NM policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of healthcare supply chain management and proficiency in the PeopleSoft procurement module.
- Consistently follows up on open PO's to provide updated ETA's for end users.
- Monitors and processes PeopleSoft Purchase Order Acknowledgements (POA's), vendor confirmations, and order resolution reports.
- Resolves match exception errors within established KPIs and maintains communication with Accounts Payable to address issues promptly.
- Communicates backorders and other issues to end users and assists with sourcing alternate products when necessary.
- Trains and administers the Purchasing Competency Assessment for new hires.
- Engages with Procurement Contracts and vendor representatives to ensure accurate contract or non-contract pricing on PO's.
- Quickly responds to end users with answers to their inquiries with a positive and helpful demeanor.
OR Inventory Specialist
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Winfield, Illinois
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed the daily Medline backorder and rejection reports, ensuring timely communication with clinical staff regarding inventory needs.
- Conducted weekly full inventory of RFID tagged products to ensure accuracy and adjust volumes and storage requirements as needed.
- Investigated undelivered orders, communicated delays to clinical staff, and researched potential alternatives for backordered items.
- Assisted with streamlining and standardizing work processes to improve efficiency.
Inventory Specialist
Diskriter, Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2019 - 02.2020
Inventory Specialist
Innotek Medical Products
Oak Brook, Illinois
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Analyzed surgical usage to determine immediate and long-term inventory needs, creating detailed Excel spreadsheets for surgical trays.
- Ordered and tracked all implants and instruments, establishing and overseeing custom instrument requests.
- Improved efficiency by restructuring the backorder list and maintaining frequent communication with manufacturers.
- Corresponded with manufacturers regarding product complaints and returned items.
Materials Management Technician
Rush Copley Medical Center
Aurora, Illinois
07.2011 - 06.2016
- Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment, supplied hospital units with necessary medical supplies, and responded to emergency calls for specific supplies or equipment.
- Utilized logistics software to monitor usage and distribution of hospital supplies.
Education
B.A. - Biology, Physiology
AURORA UNIVERSITY
May 2012
Skills
- Strong commitment to the mission of creating a superior quality healthcare experience for patients in our community
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of healthcare supply chain management and procurement practices
- Excellent communication and multitasking skills, increasing productivity by completing multiple projects on time
- Engages in continuous improvement processes, streamlining and standardizing work protocols
- Presents a professional demeanor, effective communication, and respect for diverse opinions
Accomplishments
Ivy Leaf Award: Excellence in Scholarship: Aurora University (2011)
Employee of the Month: Rush Copley Medical Center (November 2014)
Timeline
Procurement Coordinator
Northwestern Medicine
02.2022 - Current
OR Inventory Specialist
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
02.2020 - 02.2022
Inventory Specialist
Diskriter, Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2020
Inventory Specialist
Innotek Medical Products
06.2016 - 11.2017
Materials Management Technician
Rush Copley Medical Center
07.2011 - 06.2016
B.A. - Biology, Physiology
AURORA UNIVERSITY
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