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Wes Strange

Suwanee,GA

Summary

Highly dedicated and results-oriented Supply Chain Consultant with over 20 years of experience in global supply chain management.

Proficient in utilizing the Lawson Supply Chain Suite.

I have a proven track record in procurement, project management, information systems, inventory control, logistics management, staff development, administrative functions, budget management, change management, process/policy development, contract negotiation, and employee coaching.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills enable the building of high-performing teams and successful project management across various functions and organizational levels.

Adaptable and detail-oriented problem solver committed to developing and implementing processes that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and drive company success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Manager

Ecker Textiles, LLC
02.2022 - Current
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  • Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
  • Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
  • Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.

SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANT, INTERIM DIRECTOR

HealthTrust, Lower Keys Medical Center
12.2019 - 10.2020
  • Performed all functions within Purchasing Department
  • Worked with staff on all aspects of Lawson
  • Supervised Manager, Buyer and 4 warehouse staff employees
  • Develop and submitted weekly/monthly reports to CFO
  • Approved and processed Capital Expense Requests (CER)
  • Works closely with corporate Supply Chain staff at CHS
  • Developed multiple written processes for all duties

SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANT

Robert Half
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Performed implementation of PeopleSoft for 11 Hospitals
  • Trained Maintenance Management staff on all aspects of PeopleSoft
  • Trained on all areas of EProcurement in PeopleSoft

INTERIM SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

VIZIENT/Crozer Keystone Health
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Directed team of 7 buyers
  • Off site warehouse
  • Capital projects
  • Verified data integrity and accuracy by maintaining MMIS item master for all item-master-related adds, changes, and loads
  • Responsible for creative design for prominent redesign of all supply areas
  • Management of corporate fleet with 200+ vehicles

INTERIM SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

VIZIENT/CAPITAL HEALTH SYSTEM
03.2016 - 10.2018
  • Directed team of buyers, capital projects, and MMIS analysts in implementation of new processes and procedures
  • Implemented electronic purchasing of all supply requests
  • Implemented RFP for medical surgical vendor
  • Maintained MMIS item master for all item-master-related adds, changes, and loads
  • Achieved savings in 2016 of over $5,000,000 by enhancing company's participation in written contracts, local and GPO
  • Negotiated to substantially reduce costs of equipment, vehicles, capital, implants, and medical/non-medical supplies including Print Management contract with $1,500,000 savings
  • Achieved item master standardization with updated nomenclature, contracts, and pricing
  • Worked directly with Account Payable Manager resolving invoicing issues
  • Led successful Project implementation of Lawson System (previously MHS system), including training of Executive and hourly staff
  • Performed analytics for 2 hospitals on Inventory turns, utilization/optimization, and reported monthly results to Supply Chain Director
  • Worked closely with Network EMS team to manage and upgrade fleet of 50+ vehicles

CONSULTANT, SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

MEDASSETS/LHP FAMILY Of HOSPITALS
03.2013 - 02.2016
  • Defined strategy and implemented business plan for contract standardization at five LHP Network facilities, including writing RFP's as needed and enhanced company's business by leading implementation of new contracts achieving savings in excess of $50M
  • Implemented strategic initiatives to achieve item master standardization for five LHP hospitals through VAT committees, increasing contract compliance and achieving best pricing
  • Directed supply chain operations teams for all LHP facilities and created Processes and Procedures for all Supply Chain positions within all facilities
  • Implemented inventory processes and guidelines including Cycle Counting quarterly for all areas (PAR rooms, OR, Cath Lab and Warehouse) and Bi-Annual inventories thus improving Inventory accuracy
  • Provided onsite management at group hospitals as needed
  • Identified inefficiencies and implemented process improvements through PAR Optimization including OR & Cath Labs Analytics
  • Implemented centralized purchasing for five hospitals on multiple ERP systems, including written processes, onsite training, and WebEx training as needed
  • Conducted analytics for 7 hospitals on Inventory turns, utilization/optimization, and reported monthly reports to senior levels executives

SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

MEDASSET/TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN
03.2010 - 03.2013
  • Enhanced company's business by leading implementation of new contracts
  • Managed $2,000,000 supply inventory and developed tracking for all supplies for spend analysis
  • Implemented and converted print management for facility and achieved $6,000,000 cost savings
  • Directed strategic initiatives to achieve product standardization through VAT committees, increasing contract compliance and achieving best pricing
  • Created Process and Procedures for all Supply Chain positions within facility
  • Implemented Cycle Counting quarterly for all areas (PAR rooms, OR, Cath Lab and Warehouse facilitated Bi-Annual inventories and improved inventory accuracy
  • Managed receiving - 3 times per week Med Surg, 2 times per week Housekeeping paper and chemicals and 1 time per week IV Fluids and sets
  • Conducted PAR/Inventory optimization and Analytic discussions with key Stake Holders by determining PAR's for each location within hospital stock locations (OR, Cath Lab,Med Surg)

INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT

OWENS & MINOR DISTRIBUTION, INC, REG
03.2008 - 02.2010
  • O&M SOLUTIONS /COMMUNITY, Created new revenue streams by preparing renewal of expired contracts and negotiating new pricing and extended terms
  • Worked directly with value analysis teams to achieve $2,800,000 in cost savings
  • Increased profits by developing, initiating, and managing new contracted items, technology, and services with hospital managers and directors
  • Renewed/renegotiated 100+ Contracts
  • Increased Contract Managers productivity through training of systems

DIRECTOR SUPPLY CHAIN, PURCHASING SUPERVISOR

ASCENSION HEALTH
11.1999 - 03.2008
  • Supply Chain Director for two Ministries

CARONDELET HOSPITALS
  • Strengthened business by leading implementation of bar coding and scanning system to reduce work-hours for supply ordering
  • Directed strategic initiatives to increase contract compliance of +95%
  • Increased profits by developing, initiating, and managing extensive $5,500,000 supply inventory and developed control sheets for budget tracking in all supply areas
  • Managed multiple fleet delivery vehicles and trailers
  • Worked directly with information systems department to achieve implementation of new network IS system, including training staff (Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Nursing)
  • Worked directly with Nursing to reduce on hand inventory in most locations by approximately 15%

SETON FAMILY of HOSPITALS
  • Partnered with all departments within nine hospitals, including infection control, to produce network latex-safe administrative policy and implemented reduction of latex products by over 90%
  • Defined strategy and business plan for supply chain information system Lawson/OmniBuyer conversion and implementation as Project Manager
  • Reduced and controlled expenses through standardization of products and reduction of SKU's
  • Converted 200 contracts with overall 95% compliance
  • Trained, coached, and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program
  • Set and maintained PARS for two Level 2 Trauma facilities (Adult & Children's)
  • Inventory (SPD) optimization with JIT partner (Medline) to reduce on hand inventory by 15% at all sites
  • Responsible for Receiving of supplies 7 days/week (2 deliveries M-F)
  • Saved $4,200 at PICU Pediatric Intensive Care
  • Conducted daily nursing rounds at both sites

Skills

  • Lawson System Expert
  • Strategies and goals
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff Management
  • Budgeting
  • Staff Development
  • Negotiation
  • Contract Management
  • Operations management
  • Microsoft Excel/Access/Word
  • Staff Training

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

Ecker Textiles, LLC
02.2022 - Current

SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANT, INTERIM DIRECTOR

HealthTrust, Lower Keys Medical Center
12.2019 - 10.2020

SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANT

Robert Half
07.2019 - 11.2019

INTERIM SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

VIZIENT/Crozer Keystone Health
10.2018 - 07.2019

INTERIM SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

VIZIENT/CAPITAL HEALTH SYSTEM
03.2016 - 10.2018

CONSULTANT, SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

MEDASSETS/LHP FAMILY Of HOSPITALS
03.2013 - 02.2016

SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

MEDASSET/TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN
03.2010 - 03.2013

INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT

OWENS & MINOR DISTRIBUTION, INC, REG
03.2008 - 02.2010

DIRECTOR SUPPLY CHAIN, PURCHASING SUPERVISOR

ASCENSION HEALTH
11.1999 - 03.2008

CARONDELET HOSPITALS

SETON FAMILY of HOSPITALS

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