Supply Chain Marketing Representative

JON A. MORELL, JR, MBA

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Berwick, PA 18603 570-***-****

DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Consistent record of significant cost savings and increased productivity by devising top-level strategies that unlock innovative solutions Innovative problem solver with comprehensive background in global end-to-end supply chain. In-depth knowledge of supply chain principles as well as business, change, and project management. Experienced working within profit and non-profit organizations as well as managing union and non-union environments. Known as an outstanding leader, communicator, mentor, and Certified Trainer with demonstrated success developing top-performing teams. Track record of growing business while developing effective policies, procedures, and standard work processes. Skilled in all aspects of commercial contracting. Technically proficiencies include Microsoft Office Suite and multiple ERPs. Expertise includes:

Product Management Contract Negotiation Procurement Inventory Control Distribution Capital & Operational Budgeting RFP Process Vendor Relations Operational Efficiency Financial Strategy Cost & Utilization Management Six Sigma Methodologies Value Analysis Revenue Generation Team Leadership PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LEHIGH VALLEY HEALTH NETWORK, Hazleton, PA 2006 – Present Formerly Greater Hazelton Health Network, acquired in 2014 Director, Supply Chain Management, 2008 to Present Manage purchasing, contractual details, distribution, shipping, receiving, transportation, contract services for multiple hospitals within health network. Oversee all HR functions for cross-functional team consisting of distributions, purchasing, shipping, and receiving staff members to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to established procedures. Manage all purchasing functions, including approval of requisitions, scheduling of material deliveries, order expediting, negotiating payment terms, and MRO. Review and analyze contracts, extract pertinent information, and prepare review sheets. Lead value analysis team. Drive competitive advantage by leading as a subject matter of supply chain operations in a highly agile environment while revamping operational efficiency, boosting productivity, and dominating contract negotiations.

• Assisted hospital network in being benchmarked in the top 10% of hospitals in nation through cost reduction and containment efforts, including:

Significantly slashed supply cost from 13.75% to 10.38% within 3 consecutive years by defining cost saving strategies, improving distribution efficiency, and increasing waste reduction. Utilized GPO compliance, SKU consolidation and supply utilization optimization.

• Served as project manager in overseeing set up of supply chain departments in 2 new hospitals simultaneously.

• Improved regulatory compliance of operations by streamlining distribution and transportation of supplies.

• Established optimal inventory levels by developing material delivery plans and supply chain initiatives through identification and implementation of innovative methods of material management.

• Positively affected EBIDA by orchestrating end-to-end supply chain vertical as a strategic lever to amplify compliance and channels.

• Recognized as an outstanding contract negotiator, achieving $15M savings over 6 years by leading “Good to Great Team” contract services and supply teams, quickly capturing and renegotiating contracts, canceling unneeded contracts, and editing contract language that curtailed hospitals exposure. JON A. MORELL, JR, MBA PAGE TWO

BERWICK HOSPITAL CENTER, Berwick, PA 2000 – 2006

Director, Materials Management / Director, Laboratory Services Managed purchasing, distribution, laboratory testing, vendor contracting, volume growth, shipping, and receiving. Provided strategic direction in the overall material and laboratory supply chain business plan. Casted vision in establishing levels and reorder points for all specialty supplies (material and laboratory medicines), including procurement of supplies and equipment. Directly supervised a team of 20, including a laboratory scientist, phlebotomists, and histology technologist.

• Improved customer satisfaction and patient safety by strengthening culture and driving clinical integration. Engaged with clinical teams and advanced operational performance.

• Implemented risk mitigation innovations that increased contract compliance with group purchasing organization while decreasing costs. Collaborated with other supply chain operational areas to change the way contracting was done with equipment vendors.

• Rescued $450K supply expense year over year by modifying all chemistry instrumentation contracts from reagent rental to cost per reportable contracts.

• Increased productivity 20% by implementing new work schedules and modifying SOP’s which reduced staffing 20%, augmented staff productivity, and upgraded efficiency of departmental procedures.

• Maintained 10% annual growth by negotiating contracts with local agencies while spearheading inpatient, outpatient, outreach laboratory services and 6 CLIA Licensed Physician office labs. Consistently sustained 90% contact compliance rate while maximizing savings.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Marketing Representative DIAGNOSTIC PRODUCTS CORPORATION, Randolph, NJ Laboratory Supervisor QUEST DIAGNOSTICS, Columbia, MD EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Loyola University, Baltimore, MD Bachelor of Science (BA), Medical Technology, Loyola University, Baltimore, MD Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification – MLS (ASCP), American Society for Clinical Pathology Completed trainings in: Leadership, Diversity, Instructor MILITARY EXPERIENCE

Army Reserves, Ft Meade, MD

Active Duty, Ft Irwin, CA

AFFILIATIONS

School Director, Berwick Area School District (2016 – 2021) Board Member, Hazleton Leadership (2013 – 2016)

Chief Volunteer Officer, Hazleton YMCA (2011 – 2017) Vice President, Matbackers Wrestling Boosters (2008 – 2009) Board President, Holy Family School (2003 – 2005)

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