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● Transports and delivers legend drugs, non-prescription drugs, contrast media, and drug-containing devices; Manages emergency supply situations and assists POU personnel by delivering solutions to problems and questions● Delivers supplies ensuring accuracy and timeliness; Receives and processes expedited deliveries and accurately completed data entry for key receiving; Cross docks items into the SMART system as needed; Reviews storeroom for safety stock● Counts par level areas (POU) according to schedules, ensuring items have the correct corresponding barcodes; Drives quality assurance initiatives (QA) by performing tote checks and ensuring alignment to policies and procedures● Effectively communicates with cross-functional teams, ensuring operational efficiencies; Resolves and responds to critical point messages; Processes return to vendor and backup stocks efficiently; Managed request for quote (RQF)

● Identified and implemented strategies to improve MMIS data quality, content, and cross-referencing; Performed precise procurement data entry and conduct thorough data analysis to identify opportunities for process improvements● Managed the procurement process for medical supplies and equipment; Collaborated with department leaders and vendors to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures, cultivating strong supplier relationships● Received, reviewed, and verified completeness, contract compliance, and adherence to policies and procedures for requests to purchase supplies, equipment, and services; Ensured timely and cost-effective delivery of goods● Processed requisitions and inventory control reorders efficiently; Created purchase orders (PO) channels including EDI, email, facsimile, and verbally; Collaborated with suppliers to coordinate material quality issues and ensure timely resolution● Responded promptly and effectively to inquiries related to requisitions, backorders, open orders, and returns

● Guaranteed accurate building, modifying, and synchronizing of Meditech physician preference cards and inventory dictionaries; Delivered effective employee education on new software, policies, and procedures to ensure best practices● Developed, implemented, and monitored internal controls for supply chain management; Oversaw and managed crosswalk and master file synchronization between Meditech Operating Room, Point of Use Technology and SMART ● Adhered to procedural instructions in alignment with contract compliance, par levels, and maintenance and repair of equipment; Efficiently met deadlines for the completion of monthly inventory; Resolved internal control issues● Conducted investigations to mitigate non-compliance; Monitored operating room key performance indicators (KPI)

● Procured essential supplies for surgical services and relevant procedures through proactive vendor negotiations and efficient inventory management● Partnered closely with Materials Management to maintain an up-to-date inventory of medical equipment, ensuring that only accurate and necessary items are purchased● Enforced adherence to procedural instructions and ensured compliance with contracts, maintenance and repair of equipment, and par levels to prevent inventory shortages and minimize downtime● Innovated and implemented cost-saving measures by fostering strong relationships with vendors and initiating cost savings incentives● Fostered collaboration with surgeons, physicians, and other surgical staff to identify critical needs, streamline procurement processes, and facilitate timely deliveries● Committed to meeting monthly inventory deadlines through accurate record-keeping and timely reporting to the Materials Management team