Xerxes Hammond
Melbourne Beach,FL
Summary
Self-directed and resourceful Chief of Staff with 41 years of experience successfully organizing, managing and delivering cross-functional projects. Influences and guides at executive-level while structuring and executing complex analyses to support strategy in fast-paced and evolving environment. Excellent influencer and relationship builder with growth mindset and strong communications skills to summarize and present relevant business topics effectively to wide audiences. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Staff
Magellan Solutions USA
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining communication channels and implementing efficient project management tools.
- Developed and executed strategic initiatives for improved company growth and long-term success.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth collaboration and completion of high-priority projects.
- Optimized organizational structures, leading to increased efficiency and better resource allocation.
- Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
- Spearheaded cost-saving measures through in-depth budget analysis and identifying areas for improvement.
pharmacy purchasing manager
university of az medical center
10.2011 - 05.2018
- Managed $40M pharmacy supply chain daily operations; oversaw DSCSA compliance and worked with pharmacy department stakeholders to ensure all DSCSA requirements and guidelines are in place
- Oversaw contract compliance, optimized contract resources, monitored vendor performance and product label quality; handled inbound/outbound call quality to ensure optimal service levels
- Managed the central pharmacy waste capture infrastructure and supervised waste capture methodologies within other facilities; coordinated reverse distribution of captured waste through third party vendor for disposal of non-reversible medications
- Reconcile Borrower/Loan exchanges with non-UAMC pharmacies, liaison with manufacturers to stay current with respect to drug supply availability; collaborate with 340B team to ensure inventory compliance, providing data and reports to assist the team with 340B purchasing optimization
- Initiated brand- to generic conversions, controls non-formulary ordering, purchasing, and receiving processes; set par levels
- Inventory Integrity: via pharmacy informatics initiates request for commodity numbers, oversaw weekly cycle counts in the central pharmacy carousal and out-patient pharmacies, schedules and supervises annual inventory
- Collaborate with Materials Management and partnered transportation resources to ensure medication and supply orders reach required cost-centers on time and complete.
Receiving specialist-pharmacy services
university of AZ medical center
- 10.2011
- Develop a 340B knowledge base using approved resources
- Provide oversight for 340B accounts, purchasing, receiving and inventory control to maintain compliance with 340B Program
- Assist in routine auditing activities and maintenance of 340B third party software
- Review current inventory levels of all products, rotate stock, check for outdated, order items at best price, reconcile purchase orders with invoices, and maintain all records of pharmaceuticals received
- Minimize the need for emergency shipments but arrange timely delivery when necessary
- Reconcile narcotics that are ordered with those that are placed into the controlled substances safe
- Adjust inventory par levels based upon purchase history
- Conduct physical inventories and coordinate return of outdated with vendors
- Submit request for credit for items received or billed in error and prepare returns to vendor
- Process clinic orders and reconcile purchase orders with invoices
- Communicate drug shortages, including impending supply issues, to pharmacy staff and coordinate with staff, wholesaler, and manufacturers to obtain product as needed
- Communicate drug recalls to pharmacy staff, remove items from inventory, return items to manufacturer and maintain a record of recalled items
- Utilize wholesaler purchasing software to generate orders and run reports as needed for department and hospital staff
- Provide contract analysis and oversight pertaining to purchases and returns; complete rebates, confirm contracts are loaded, communicate with group purchasing organization
- Participate in information exchange with group purchasing organization; complete usage surveys as needed and scan newsletters and emails for pertinent information.
Operations manager
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, NC
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Managed $7M fiscal budget which dispensed 221,000 prescriptions; oversaw scheduling, training, and daily operations of 45 direct reports within three departments
- Accountable for effective and efficient management of pharmacy inventory by overseeing ordering/procurement, distribution (interdepartmental and inter-facility), returns, and payment
- Works collaboratively with other Intermountain facilities (Inventory Specialists) to assure the safety and care of patients is prioritized
- Functions as an expert and resource for inventory and purchasing systems, automated storage and dispensing devices, and any other software or hardware as assigned
- Responsible for controlled substance management and documentation, including all assigned audit and quality assurance processes
- Assures all required documentation is complete and organized to assure immediate access to information
- Accountable for developing, educating, and mentoring all pharmacy staff regarding their responsibilities in maintaining an appropriate, organized, safe, and efficient supply chain
- Works with clinical staff to develop effective response to shortage situations, recalls, and works collaboratively with pharmacy leadership to communicate to all appropriate medical, clinical, and business leadership
- Participates in quality improvement activities, and constantly seeks a team approach to developing and achieving best practices and processes in supply management
- Works with system supply chain in maximizing impact of system initiatives
- Performs functions of pharmacy technician as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
Community College of the Air Force
01.1996
Skills
- Advanced leadership
- Advanced written and verbal communication
- Time management
- Proficient in all Microsoft applications
- McKesson Connect and Sentry Data Systems
- Administrative background
- Vendor relationships
- Electronic Filing Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Policy and procedure modification
- Business Needs Identification
- Service Quality Standards
- Business Correspondence
- Hiring and Terminations
- Process Development
Timeline
Chief of Staff
Magellan Solutions USA
04.2022 - Current
pharmacy purchasing manager
university of az medical center
10.2011 - 05.2018
Operations manager
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, NC
09.2006 - 05.2008
Receiving specialist-pharmacy services
university of AZ medical center
- 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
Community College of the Air Force
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