Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente has selected Michael Ortiz to serve as director of supply management for its Hawaii market, Maui Business reported Feb. 7.
Mr. Ortiz most recently served as a supply chain manager at Dallas-based Methodist Health System. He has 18 years of experience in logistics operations.
In his new role directing supply chain operations for Kaiser's Hawaii market, Mr. Ortiz will oversee inventory management, materials procurement, contract negotiation, and accounting and maintenance functions.
Kaiser also named Rob Stafford director of environmental health and safety for the Hawaii market.