Stephanie Reed
About Stephanie Reed
Stephanie Reed is the Director of Materials at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in operations strategy, purchasing management, and project management.
Title
Stephanie Reed holds the title of Director Of Materials at Boston Scientific. She has been serving in this role since 2018. Her responsibilities include overseeing material management operations and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance the supply chain efficiency.
Professional Experience at Boston Scientific
Stephanie Reed has an extensive career at Boston Scientific, having held multiple roles over the years. Prior to her current role as Director Of Materials, she worked as Sr. Operations Strategy Manager from 2016 to 2018 in Saint Paul, MN. Her earlier positions include Sr. Purchasing Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Team Lead, and Prin/Sr. Buyer/Planner, where she contributed significantly to the company's procurement and operations strategies from 2005 to 2016.
Previous Roles at TINKER AFB
Before joining Boston Scientific, Stephanie Reed served in several key positions at TINKER AFB. From 2004 to 2005, she worked as a Communications Group Executive Officer. Prior to that, she was the Chief of Airborne Warning and Control System Project Management from 2002 to 2005. Her experience in these roles helped develop her project management and communication skills.
Early Career in USAF
Stephanie Reed began her professional journey with the United States Air Force (USAF), where she served as Crew Commander/Senior Systems Controller from 2000 to 2002. This role laid the foundation for her skills in systems management and leadership, which she later carried into her subsequent roles.
Lean Six Sigma Implementation
Stephanie Reed has a proven track record of implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance supply chain efficiency at Boston Scientific. Her expertise in process improvement is further showcased by her Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. These skills have enabled her to develop and execute negotiation strategies effectively, contributing to the organization's success.
Educational Background
Stephanie Reed holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma, where she studied from 2002 to 2005. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Quantitative Methods - Computer Science from the University of St. Thomas, completing her studies in 2000. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both business and technical disciplines.