Here are eight supply chain leaders to watch, according to profiles published in the Journal of Healthcare Contracting.
- Melanie Ball. Director of Strategic Sourcing and Value Analysis at Rush University Medical Center (Chicago)
Ms. Ball leads a clinically integrated sourcing team focused on balancing cost, quality and safety. She also said she is passionate about value analysis and bringing in the correct technologies for patient care.
- Alex Butler. Director of Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain at Community Health Network (Indianapolis)
Mr. Butler emphasized responsiveness to market signals and supplier performance while maintaining continuation in clinical supply needs.
- Rachel Cunningham. Director of Operational Excellence at Piedmont Healthcare (Atlanta)
Ms. Cunningham’s focus is on bridging the gap between operational supply work and its impact on patient care.
- Jason Luby. Value Chain Management and Strategic Sourcing at BJC Healthcare (St. Louis)
Mr. Luby has a multi-industry background, which he said supports BJC Healthcare’s strategic approach to sourcing during uncertain economic times.
- Michael Martin. Vice President of Supply Chain Operations at Trinity Health (Livonia, Mich.)
Mr. Martin has helped lead a structural transformation across Trinity Health’s expansive system and prioritizes consistency, alignment and mission-driven operations.
- Jason Moulding. Chief Supply Chain Officer at MultiCare (Tacoma, Wash.)
Mr. Moulding’s path into healthcare began with clinical exposure in the operating room and his deep-rooted understanding of clinical workflows, which he said has helped inform his leadership.
- Melanie Ricci, BSN, RN. Vice President of Supply Chain at Tower Health (West Reading, Pa.)
Ms. Ricci credited her success to a high-performing team and said she believes flexibility is essential to managing a varied portfolio.
- Ashley Wilson. Executive Director of Supply Chain at Children’s National (Washington D.C.)
Ms. Wilson takes on indirect spend, purchases services and operational support contracts. Her approach also requires collaboration with departments across the hospital.
