Diana Purcell Napper
About Diana Purcell Napper
Diana Purcell Napper is a Lead Procurement Specialist in Clinical settings at Highmark Inc., with over a decade of experience in supply chain management and vendor management within the healthcare industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Services from Robert Morris University and has worked with various physician practice groups and hospital-based organizations.
Work at Highmark
Diana Purcell Napper has been employed at Highmark Inc. since 2014, where she has held several roles. Currently, she serves as the Lead Procurement Specialist - Clinical, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on procurement processes within the clinical sector. Prior to this, she worked as a Vendor Management Consultant on the Partnership and Performance Management Team, representing Senior Markets for a brief period in 2015-2016. Her tenure at Highmark has allowed her to gain extensive experience in supply chain management and vendor management within healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Diana Purcell Napper earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Services from Robert Morris University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2015. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in healthcare services, which she applies in her professional roles. Her expertise includes supply chain management and vendor management, particularly in healthcare settings, where she has worked with large physician practice groups and specialty care physician groups.
Background
Diana Purcell Napper has a diverse professional background in the healthcare industry. Before her current role at Highmark, she worked as an Independent Contractor at Truelearn, where she contributed as a Smartbank Author and Editor. Additionally, she was involved with Genesis Medical Associates, Inc. as a Patient-centered Medical Home Committee Member and held various positions, including Back-up Office Coordinator and Front Office Specialist, from 2012 to 2014. Her experiences have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare operations.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Diana Purcell Napper has developed a strong skill set in procurement and vendor management within the healthcare sector. Her work with Highmark and other organizations has contributed to her knowledge of supply chain processes and healthcare management. She aims to transition into an administrative role within the healthcare industry, indicating her commitment to furthering her career and impact in the field.