Bio

Accomplished Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing and Operations Executive with more than 28 years of experience using exceptional communication and leadership skills to coach, guide and motivate diverse professionals in challenging environments. Record of success with multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams involved in all aspects of integrated delivery network (IDN) including procurement, strategic planning, value analysis, continuous improvement, distribution center, logistics management, construction, capital planning, pharmaceutical procurement, formation and implementation of enhanced business processes. Well-organized, analytical problem-solver able to identify technical or business opportunities through a team approach enhancing operational efficiency, accuracy and profitability. Monument Health, Rapid City, SD Monument Health is an integrated health care system with the mission to Make a Difference. Every Day. The organization provides community-based health care in more than 20 communities in 2 states and 33 specialty areas of medicine. As the largest private employer in western South Dakota, Regional Health comprises 5 hospitals, 40 clinics and employs nearly 5,000 physicians and caregivers. Vice President of Supply Chain, Monument Health 2016 – Present Responsible for all aspects of Supply Chain Management, including Strategic Sourcing, Budgeting, Operations Management, Distribution Center, Logistics, Mail, Inventory and Equipment Management, Commercial Laundry Business, Printing Services, Value Analysis, Central Sterile Processing, Regional Collaborative and Affiliate Network. Leadership team includes 1 Director, 6 Managers, 4 Supervisors, 140 employees and 75 Contract Staff