Materials Manager, Data Integrity, Database Administration, Data Entry

Bobby Cates

832-***-**** • ********@*****.*** • Conroe, TX

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-cates/

Summary

Reliable professional with 30+ years of experience in high-volume clerical and data management environments. Highly proficient in Data entry and Typing with a proven ability to maintain 99% accuracy while managing databases of over 100,000 items.

Work Experience

Materials Manager March 2023 – March 2025

VOYAGES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, CONROE, TX

Performed high-volume Data entry for the full setup and operational launch of materials management for a new healthcare facility.

Typed and established inventory systems and warehouse operations from the ground up using advanced PC skills.

Managed Emailing and professional correspondence for vendor relationships while maintaining strict supply budgets.

Utilized Laptop and Desktop with proprietary software to track inventory, ensuring a consistent Focus on supply continuity and record accuracy.

Purchasing Coordinator December 2021 – March 2023

HOUSTON BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE HOSPITAL, HOUSTON, TX

Coordinated procurement operations and managed vendor contracts using various Computer platforms and systems.

Executed consistent Data entry for purchasing workflows, invoice approvals, and inventory replenishment cycles.

Maintained a high level of Focus to ensure timely availability of supplies across all clinical departments.

Improved efficiency in inventory handling by leveraging PC skills and professional Emailing tools.

Materials Manager / SPD Manager II November 2015 – November 2020

MEMORIAL HERMANN ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE HOSPITAL, BELLAIRE, TX

Directed clerical operations across Central Supply, Operating Room, Sterile Processing and Inventory Control using a Phone device and office Computer systems.

Performed Data entry for a $2M+ inventory catalog and implemented cost-reduction strategies through meticulous record-keeping.

Updated preference cards for surgical services, maintaining surgical case cart accuracy via GHX and Lawson.

Developed reporting tools requiring advanced PC skills to track inventory usage and support operational decisions.

Project Manager March 2007 – November 2015

MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTH SYSTEM, HOUSTON, TX

Managed high-volume Data entry for system integration projects across multiple healthcare facilities.

Utilized the Lawson ERP system and Computer databases to manage item master data and contract pricing.

Maintained a large-scale item master database of 100K+ items, requiring elite Typing speed and data integrity Focus.

Delivered typed reports and executive-level analysis using the full Microsoft Office Suite and Emailing platforms.

Senior Consultant March 2006 – March 2007

VIZIENT, INC., HOUSTON, TX

Provided Data entry and consulting support for healthcare supply chain optimization and system implementation.

Facilitated EDI transitions and contract management through professional Emailing and Advanced PC skills.

Conducted operational assessments by creating detailed financial reports and performance improvement plans.

Director of Materials Management / Systems Administrator January 2000 – January 2006

MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTH SYSTEM & CARDINAL HEALTH, HOUSTON, TX

Progressed through leadership roles requiring constant Data entry and oversight of multi-department operations.

Oversaw multimillion-dollar budgets and utilized PC skills to implement system-based cost-saving initiatives.

Developed Microsoft Access solutions and inventory platforms requiring advanced Typing and technical Focus.

Led process improvements by leveraging Computer systems to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Education

High School Diploma

Hillsborough High School, Tampa, FL

Additional Skills

Clerical and Data Entry: Data entry, Typing, Record Integrity, Database Maintenance, Document Processing

Technology and Tools: PC skills, Laptop, Computer, Phone device, Emailing (Outlook/Gmail), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Lawson ERP, GHX, McKesson Supply Scan

Professional Attributes: Focus, Remote Productivity, Accuracy, Reliability

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