Shel Walker
Cypress,TX
Summary
Energetic and results oriented team leader with over 10 years of experience preforming inventory management and customer service activities. Effective and enthusiastic liaison for materials management staff, clinical staff, accounts payable and suppliers. Champion of a workplace culture that breeds efficient ideas that fuel company growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Manager
USPI- United Surgical Partners International
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Negotiated vendor contracts to obtain optimal value for company.
- Produced purchasing and usage reports to streamline inventory expenses.
- Implemented ordering practices to balance inventory availability with minimal shipping cost.
- Resolved vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Negotiated disposable product contract to reduce the price of hospital grade Urology laser for a surgery center.
Materials Management Coordinator
Harris Health
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Analyzed inventory activities to forecast potential shortages, discrepancies and maximize product usage.
- Conducted cycle counts to identify and address issues negatively impacting inventory levels and cost.
- Teamed with clinical staff to align product availability with staff needs.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to reduce the loss of products due to expiration by 90%.
Materials Management Coordinator
Owens & Minor
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Maximized inventory management software to correlate supply purchases to usage for Cardio Vascular OR.
- Orchestrated product and equipment in-services to effectively educate staff.
- Implemented practices to adequately address stocks needs and reduce excess inventory.
- Reduced the loss of products due to expiration by negotiating by back program.
Supply Technician II
Texas Children Hospital
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Conducted cyclic counts and requisitioned stock to meet demanded levels.
- Managed inventory hardware and software, monitored par levels, maintained receipts for back log resolution.
- Provided supply status information to update clinical leadership and staff.
- Acted as receiving agent in verifying delivered product via purchase orders and packing slips.
Inventory Coordinator
MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Investigated and resolved cycle count discrepancies on weekly basis.
- Managed all related documentation and records for department.
- Purchased new supplies in line with forecast and current inventory levels.
- Created and maintained the Anesthesia supply par
- Dramatically reduced supply shortages
Supply Technician II
Houston Methodist
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Verified quantities received against invoices, contracts and purchase orders.
- Efficiently communicated with Ortho and Endoscopy clinical staff, adapted to case type and frequency while providing quality goods and service on a consistent basis.
- Implemented inventory practices, including par level evaluation, stock rotation and weekly cycle counts to optimize inventory.
Supply Technician
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Verified Pyxis stock reports against physical count of stock in each unit.
- Utilize software and hardware to enable smoother workflows and eliminate stock outs.
- Collaborated with Maternity and Med-Surg staff to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory availibilty.
Education
Currently Attending - Business Administration And Management
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TXHigh School Diploma -
Scarborough High School
Houston, TX05.2005
Skills
- Effective Working Relationships
- Oracle, Q-Site, Envi and Pyxis Software Efficient
- Vendor Contracts
- Procurement Expertise
- Perioperative Materials Management
- Backlog Resolution
Timeline
Materials Manager
USPI- United Surgical Partners International
06.2021 - 03.2023
Materials Management Coordinator
Harris Health
03.2018 - 06.2021
Materials Management Coordinator
Owens & Minor
02.2017 - 03.2018
Supply Technician II
Texas Children Hospital
05.2015 - 02.2017
Inventory Coordinator
MD Anderson Cancer Center Hospital
02.2014 - 05.2015
Supply Technician II
Houston Methodist
05.2012 - 05.2014
Supply Technician
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2012
Currently Attending - Business Administration And Management
San Jacinto College District
High School Diploma -
Scarborough High School
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