ISRAEL GOMEZ
Highland
Summary
Healthcare supply chain and operations leader with over 10 years of experience managing multi-million-dollar contracts and procurement processes. Expertise in optimizing inventory and driving cost reductions through strategic vendor negotiations and compliance monitoring, contributing to improved patient-centered care and operational performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Contract Specialist
County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System (RUHS)
01.2022 - Current
- Manage and administer multi-million-dollar contracts for healthcare-related goods and services, ensuring compliance with pricing, terms, and cooperative purchasing agreements (e.g., OMNIA, Vizient equivalents)
- Lead vendor negotiations, cost analysis, and contract structuring to support cost containment and operational efficiency across hospital departments
- Oversee contract lifecycle including scope development, pricing validation, and amendment execution aligned with organizational policies
- Collaborate with clinical, operational, and finance stakeholders to align procurement strategies with patient care needs and supply chain demands
- Monitored contract compliance and utilization to identify opportunities for product standardization and cost savings
- Contributed to strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance service delivery and optimize supply chain performance
- Coordinated with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies, ensuring timely payments
Environmental Services Supervisor
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Supervised daily operations of hospital support services, ensuring patient throughput, room turnover, and compliance with infection prevention standards
- Managed staff scheduling and performance for large team, optimizing labor utilization and minimizing overtime
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and hospital infection control protocols
- Collaborated with nursing, transport, and facilities teams to enhance coordination and support seamless hospital operations
- Utilize Epic bed tracking system to coordinate patient flow and improve response times for room readiness
- Implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and support patient experience initiatives
Purchasing Agent
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Managed procurement activities including sourcing, vendor communication, and order tracking for hospital departments
- Conducted value analysis and competitive bidding, enhancing cost-effectiveness of purchasing decisions
- Partnered with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, ensuring accurate and timely payment processing
- Maintained pricing accuracy, ensuring alignment with contract terms and negotiated rates to support budget compliance
- Supported product standardization efforts by collaborating with clinicians and supply chain leadership
- Generated usage and spend reports, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and optimizing inventory levels
- Created new items and managed catalog within ERP systems
Inventory Control Specialist
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed inventory levels and adjusted par levels to align with utilization trends and departmental requirements
- Maintained accurate stock records to ensure availability of critical supplies in patient care areas
- Supported warehouse and logistics operations by coordinating stock replenishment and tracking inventory
- Collaborated with leadership to reduce waste and improve inventory turnover
- Maintained compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, including MSDS documentation
Perioperative Technician
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed physician preference cards, aligning supply usage with procedural requirements to enhance operational flow
- Coordinated surgical supplies and instruments, ensuring case readiness and enabling clinical teams to perform procedures efficiently
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels for perioperative services, minimizing delays and shortages
- Collaborated with purchasing to secure timely availability of specialized equipment and supplies, preventing delays in surgical schedules
Warehouse Lead
Pep Boys
San Bernardino
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Supervised staff, implementing process improvements that streamlined operations and enhanced workflow
- Optimized inventory turnover and adjusted operations to minimize excess stock and align with demand
- Led warehouse and logistics operations, managing inventory control, receiving, and distribution processes
Education
Associate of Science -
San Bernardino Valley College
San BernardinoCertificate in Phlebotomy -
Loma Linda University
Loma LindaSkills
- Contract negotiation
- Contract administration
- Vendor relations
- Cost negotiation
- Inventory management
- Supply chain logistics
- Process improvement
- ERP systems
- MS Office Suite
- Workforce management
- Product standardization
Timeline
Procurement Contract Specialist
County of Riverside – Riverside University Health System (RUHS)
01.2022 - Current
Environmental Services Supervisor
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2022
Purchasing Agent
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2019
Inventory Control Specialist
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
Perioperative Technician
Loma Linda University Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2012
Warehouse Lead
Pep Boys
01.2006 - 01.2009
Associate of Science -
San Bernardino Valley College
Certificate in Phlebotomy -
Loma Linda University