Brejanay L. Howard
Baton Rouge
Summary
Reliable and detail-driven Supply Chain & Operations Specialist with 7+ years of experience in inventory control, logistics coordination, and healthcare supply management. Adept at managing hospital supply chains, optimizing workflows, and supporting cross-functional teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Strong knowledge of EHR systems, materials management platforms, HIPAA, and OSHA compliance. Recognized for implementing process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure supply readiness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Supply Coordinator
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
- Manage hospital-wide supply chain operations across multiple clinical departments.
- Unpack, verify, and process medical supply deliveries; report order discrepancies to Purchasing.
- Conduct daily and monthly cycle counts, ensuring high inventory accuracy.
- Process requisitions and coordinate timely delivery of supplies to clinical staff.
- Rotate stock using FIFO principles; oversee removal of expired products to reduce waste.
- Prepare and process returns with complete documentation while adhering to regulatory standards.
- Train and mentor new staff; provide on-call supply support to clinical teams.
- Collaborate with leadership and purchasing on supply forecasting and readiness planning.
Team Lead, Receiving & Stocking Operations
The Home Depot
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Supervised unloading, staging, and restocking of freight across departments.
- Conducted inventory checks and resolved stock discrepancies with warehouse and sales teams.
- Prioritized freight flow to key sales areas based on customer demand and sales trends.
Lead Replenishment Associate
Toys "R" Us
08.2012 - 01.2017
- Oversaw department replenishment and ensured consistent product availability.
- Partnered with store leadership to resolve shortages and plan restocking schedules.
- Supported merchandising strategies and trained seasonal employees during peak operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Health Information Technology (Medical Records)
University of Phoenix
12.2024
High School Diploma -
Scotlandville Magnet High School
12.2008
Skills
- Inventory & Materials Management
- Healthcare Logistics & Medical Supply Handling
- Cycle Counting & FIFO Inventory Rotation
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems
- Lawson & Par Excel Materials Management Systems
- Order Processing & Requisition Fulfillment
- Return Processing & Documentation
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Supply Chain & Technical Expertise
- OSHA & HIPAA Compliance
- Service & Stakeholder Support
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Strong Verbal & Written Communication
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Adaptability & Dependability
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Professional & Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Lead Supply Coordinator
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
Team Lead, Receiving & Stocking Operations
The Home Depot
03.2017 - 01.2018
Lead Replenishment Associate
Toys "R" Us
08.2012 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Scotlandville Magnet High School
Associate of Arts - Health Information Technology (Medical Records)
University of Phoenix
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