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David S Garcia

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Summary

Purchasing Professional with extensive experience in healthcare management and supply chain operations. Proven ability to mentor staff, minimize invoice discrepancies, and enhance customer service, contributing to operational efficiency and team performance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Professional

Valleywise Health
01.2005 - Current
  • Leveraged resources to streamline processing of Capital requests.
  • Ensured timely handling of time-sensitive orders to meet project deadlines.
  • Work with Accounts Payable to minimize invoice discrepancies.
  • Established trusting environment through open communication with stakeholders.
  • Mentor new hires to develop purchasing skills and best practices.

Assistant Administrator

Chicago Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Supervised diverse staff teams of 30-40 employees (nurses, CNAs, dietary aides and housekeeping).
  • Hired and trained non-medical staff.
  • Walked rounds to inspect the facility and evaluate employee performance.
  • Managerial & Purchasing Duties: Maintained inventory and ordered medical/housekeeping products for a 231-bed facility.
  • Responded to emergencies at all hours to ensure safety.
  • Managed biweekly deposits of resident trust funds averaging $100,000.
  • Addressed customer concerns to enhance satisfaction and trust.
  • Stabilized employee retention, contributing to consistent team performance.
  • Led prospective resident tours, resulting in increased facility census.

Education

Certificate - Purchasing Management

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
01-1996

Bachelor of Science - Finance

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
01-1987

Skills

  • Supply chain management
  • Purchasing procedures
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Contract management
  • Inventory control
  • Invoice reconciliation
  • Data analysis
  • Negotiation strategies
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Customer relationship management

Timeline

Purchasing Professional

Valleywise Health
01.2005 - Current

Assistant Administrator

Chicago Ridge Nursing & Rehab Center
01.2001 - 01.2005

Certificate - Purchasing Management

DePaul University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

DePaul University
David S Garcia