Scott J. Brianne
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Supply chain and healthcare operations professional with 10+ years of progressive experience supporting procurement, supplier coordination, purchasing operations, inventory control, and cost-management initiatives in hospital and surgery center environments. Experienced in purchase order management, vendor communication, spend analysis, contract-related coordination, discrepancy resolution, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical, administrative, and operational stakeholders. Recognized for strong analytical thinking, follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Assistant
UCHealth Administration
04.2025 - Current
- Support purchasing operations by placing and expediting purchase orders while maintaining accurate communication with suppliers.
- Update ERP records with lead times, confirmations, substitutions, and PO changes to maintain data integrity and order accuracy.
- Track deliveries, enter shipment information, and monitor order status in real time to improve purchasing visibility.
- Request RMAs, follow up on late orders, and escalate issues to buyers when needed to support timely resolution.
- Assist with receiving discrepancies and documentation, helping ensure accurate records and smooth supplier follow-through.
- Apply critical thinking and independent judgment in a high-volume, fast-paced procurement environment.
Project Coordinator, Service Line / IR Cath Lab
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Oversaw high-value asset inventory and par-level management through data analysis and consumption reviews.
- Coordinated with vendors and end users on supply forecasting, product delivery, discrepancy reconciliation, and substitute product introductions with clinical approval.
- Managed supplier relationships and investigated vendor and invoice issues to support continuity of operations.
- Used ERP tools to purchase, track, and receive supplies while maintaining alignment with department needs.
- Monitored orientation, training, and policy compliance for assigned staff, strengthening operational consistency.
Materials Management OR Coordinator
HCA HealthTrust
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported core supply chain functions including procurement, receiving, vendor coordination, and purchase order management.
- Proactively managed implants and special-order items to support procedural readiness and supply continuity.
- Built strong working relationships with clinical staff, vendors, and administrative partners.
- Collaborated with administration to implement controls supporting responsible budget use and resource deployment.
Safety Officer / QAPI Associate / Supply Chain Management
Sovereign Healthcare, Pavilion Surgery Center
12.2017 - 02.2022
- Managed surgical purchasing, inventory levels, vendor relations, receiving, and purchase order activities for a 10-room multi-specialty facility.
- Created and analyzed spend and cost reports to support profit margin goals and operational decision-making.
- Served as liaison between vendors and operations leadership, supporting issue resolution and ongoing supplier coordination.
- Participated in business planning, including risk assessments and daily cost-benefit analysis tied to strategic initiatives.
- Helped establish operational controls to support budget adherence and efficient resource deployment.
Materials Coordinator
HCA Parkridge Surgery Center
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Managed surgical purchasing and inventory using specialized systems in a urology surgery center.
- Prepared and monitored reports and documentation to identify opportunities for efficiency improvement and cost reduction.
- Coordinated across departments and vendors to support supply availability and operational flow.
- Supported procurement, receiving, vendor management, and purchase order processes.
Surgical Laser Technician
Universal Hospital Services
08.2012 - 10.2015
- Built relationships with physicians, nurses, and internal and external leaders to support service adoption and account growth.
- Communicated product and technology updates across multiple markets, strengthening client engagement and service support.
- Maintained compliance with legal, regulatory, accreditation, and company policy requirements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
University of Northern Colorado
ColoradoSome College (No Degree) - Business Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COSome College (No Degree) - Business Management
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Sourcing and procurement support
- Purchase order lifecycle coordination
- Supplier communication and relationship management
- Spend and inventory data analysis
- Contract support and document follow-up
- Pricing validation and discrepancy resolution
- RFP and bid support readiness
- ERP system updates and order tracking
- Cross-functional stakeholder coordination
- Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Product procurement
- Problem-solving
- Supply chain planning
- Product knowledge
- Analytical thinking
- Operations management
- Purchasing processes
- Inventory management
Accomplishments
- Negotiated a capitated pricing model that reduced per-case costs.
- Helped open two surgery centers, contributing to operational readiness and compliance efforts.
- Developed an Emergency Action Plan for Pavilion Surgery Center.
Certification
- Certified Surgical Laser Technician
- Sterile Processing Technician I
- Hospital Fire Safety (LA Fire Certified)
- AHA BLS
Timeline
Buyer Assistant
UCHealth Administration
04.2025 - Current
Project Coordinator, Service Line / IR Cath Lab
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2025
Materials Management OR Coordinator
HCA HealthTrust
08.2022 - 04.2023
Safety Officer / QAPI Associate / Supply Chain Management
Sovereign Healthcare, Pavilion Surgery Center
12.2017 - 02.2022
Materials Coordinator
HCA Parkridge Surgery Center
10.2015 - 09.2017
Surgical Laser Technician
Universal Hospital Services
08.2012 - 10.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
University of Northern Colorado
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Purdue University Global