Dennis C. Ramdawah

ad381r@r.postjobfree.com • 917-***-****

LinkedIn • Lawrence, NY

Supply Chain Manager Profile

Dynamic, results-driven Supply Chain Manager with 25+ years of experience in optimizing supply chain operations. Exceptional ability to streamline processes and increase efficiency. Skilled in inventory management and demand forecasting. Expertise in driving cost reduction initiatives and implementing lean methodologies. Strong knowledge of logistics, procurement, and vendor management. Proficient in analyzing data and utilizing advanced software systems. Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Effective communicator and team leader, adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and exceed customer expectations.

Areas of Expertise

Database Management

Supply Chain Management

Efficiency Optimization

Procurement & Inventory Management

Contract Negotiation

Training & Development

Operations Management

Healthcare Administration

Project Management

Business Acumen

Mentoring & Leadership

Training & Development

Logistics Management

Cost Reduction

Vendor Management

Career Experience

NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY Oct 2014 – Jan 2024

Supervisor Receiving & Distribution – Supply Chain Aug 2022 – Jan 2024

Managed mail and freight distribution to 80+ locations throughout New York City, and Long Island, overseeing a team of 15-20 Distribution Attendants. Ensured efficient distribution of mail and freight to over 80 NYU NYC hospital facilities, working in cooperation with third-party vendors for external deliveries. Streamlined department operations by implementing an equitable assignment distribution system, which prevented overtime and optimized resource allocation. Served as the main point of contact for third-party vendors, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of mail and freight.

Led the sourcing and updating of department hardware and system infrastructure, fulfilling the role of UPS Administrator for newly created accounts and initiating yearly compliance training.

Managed and established accounts with FEDEX, DHL, and various third-party couriers. Oversaw billing activities for all registered account holders.

Increased department efficiency by developing employee performance reports for task assignment, successfully adjusting resources according to workload and volume.

Achieved significant cost savings, reducing the organization's holiday shipping expenses by $400k in 2023.

Fostered a system of continuous improvement, regularly assessing department status to plan workflow effectively.

Sourced a vendor to facilitate the transition of our organization's FGPs (Faculty Group Practice) from a manual mail setup to a web-based platform using Pitney Ship Pro, an all-in-one shipping suite for mail and package deliveries.

Transfer Center Associate Oct 2014 – Aug 2022

Managed the distribution of patients within NYU Tisch Hospital, ensuring optimal bed assignments for patients from the Emergency Department (ED) and Operating Room (OR). Leveraged Epic systems software to streamline patient placement. Reported directly to the Director of Patient Placement and Progression (P3) as a key member of the team.

Successfully decreased patient wait times in intake areas (ER, OR/PACU) from 2 hour to 45 minutes.

Managed urgent placement requests from ED/OR physicians and organized external hospital transfers as needed.

Implemented a supply chain optimization strategy that reduced lead time and improved on-time delivery performance.

Analyzed supply chain data to identify cost savings opportunities, leading to a reduction in overall supply chain costs.

Bayada Home Healthcare, Garden City, NY Sep 2014 – Jul 2017

Senior Recruiting Manager

Directed recruitment efforts for home healthcare services across Queens, Nassau & Suffolk counties, overseeing the entire hiring process, from initial inquiry to final placement. Leveraged online platforms to advertise job openings and attract a diverse pool of candidates. Demonstrated expertise in recruiting and hiring Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Home Health Aides (HHAs).

Developed and delivered comprehensive training sessions, enhancing staff competence and service quality.

Executed regulatory training for all Home Health Aide and Nursing Staff, ensuring 100% completion rate.

Coordinated comprehensive training sessions, ensuring new hires were well-equipped for their roles.

Actively represented the company at external events to further promote the brand and attract potential hires.

Conducted onsite visits with newly hired staff within 30 days of their onboarding.

Additional Experience

Patient Service Representative/Recruitment Manager/Manager of Store Training & Leadership Development/Store Management/District Trainer, PHP/Advantage Care Physicians, Brooklyn, NY

Store Manager, Duane Reade/Walgreens Co, New York, NY

Education

Ph.D. in Information Sciences

Long Island University, Brookville, NY, Expected 2026

Master in Healthcare Administration

Long Island University, Brookville, NY, 2021

Bachelor of Arts

Baruch College/CUNY, New York, NY, 2014

Technical Skills

MS Office 2023 PeopleSoft Suite

Affiliations

Sigma Alpha Delta Honor Society - Member/Mentor 06/2010 - PRESENT

American Academy of Healthcare Executives - Member 08/2019 - PRESENT

Baruch (CUNY) Executives on Campus (EOC)

Member/Mentor 06/2018 - PRESENT

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