Mr. Bakelaar has over 20 years of experience in supply chain leadership, specializing in leadership, team development, integration, process improvement, automation and analytics. He is also experienced in planning and executing strategies to increase stakeholder satisfaction. He restructured and integrated OU’s entire supply chain into a system structure, reduced the department turnover rate by 50 percent, implemented a strategic supply plan with 125 process improvements, helped the chain realize $25 million in cost savings and supported the integration of a new EHR system.
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Becker's Recognition
Joshua Bakelaarhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2023 Winner

2023 Winner

2024 Winner

Executives
Supply Chain Leaders to Know
Supply chain leaders deftly manage the behind-the-scenes work that keeps their health systems functioning smoothly. These leaders leverage years of healthcare supply chain experience to create cost savings, build strategic partnerships and manage inventory.
