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Tim Olson

Frederic,WISCONSIN

Summary

Seasoned Materials Manager with a proven track record at St. Croix Health, adept in supply chain optimization and leading teams to exceed goals. Spearheaded the development of a medical supply warehouse, achieving over $1 million in savings through value analysis. Skilled in fostering team collaboration with strength in motivating and inspiring staff.

Expert with extensive knowledge in inventory control, procurement, logistics with excellent customer service skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Materials Manager

St. Croix Health
07.2009 - Current
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
  • Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock. Maintained stock levels through Pandemic with out any reduction of services.
  • Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance. This includes logistics, couriers, and valets staff.
  • Managed purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  • Developed value analysis program evaluating procurement opportunities. Resulting in over one millions dollars in savings.

Director of Materials Management

HealthEast Care System
05.2002 - 06.2009
  • Developed and maintained efficient inventory control systems to ensure optimal stock levels and prevent material shortages or excesses. Built medical supply warehouse. (St. Josephs Hospital)
  • Managed a team of materials management professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals and objectives. This included 4 hospitals and one central corporate location.

Materials Manager

Select Speciality Hospital
06.2001 - 04.2002
  • Developed inventory system for new hospital. Resulting in organized inventory automation and systematic purchasing templates.

Warehouse Manager

Allina Healthcare
02.2000 - 03.2001

Designed and implemented 9000 foot medical supply warehouse with 5000 skus (United Hospital)

Material Management Supervisor

Regions Hospital
01.1993 - 02.2000

Incorporated distribution system involving 75 in-house and 250 off-site units: JIT system monitored medical supplies, equipment, and gas cylinders. Supervised 62 union employees.



Warehouse Worker

Baxter Healthcare Corporation
06.1983 - 01.1993
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.

Education

Associate of Arts - General

North Hennepin Community College
Minneapolis, MN
03-1983

Skills

  • Supply chain optimization of multiple information systems
  • Procurement expertise
  • Customer service
  • Logistics coordination

Accomplishments

    Implemented supply station at Camp Ripley during Hurricane Katrina.

    Lead organizer for MCARHHM annual conference. (250 attendees, 50 vendors) 4 years

Timeline

Materials Manager

St. Croix Health
07.2009 - Current

Director of Materials Management

HealthEast Care System
05.2002 - 06.2009

Materials Manager

Select Speciality Hospital
06.2001 - 04.2002

Warehouse Manager

Allina Healthcare
02.2000 - 03.2001

Material Management Supervisor

Regions Hospital
01.1993 - 02.2000

Warehouse Worker

Baxter Healthcare Corporation
06.1983 - 01.1993

Associate of Arts - General

North Hennepin Community College
Tim Olson