Joana Carvalho, Cpsm
About Joana Carvalho, Cpsm
Joana Carvalho is the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Outset Medical, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has held various roles in procurement and supply chain management at several companies, including BD, DJO, and Smiths Medical.
Current Role at Outset Medical
Joana Carvalho serves as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Outset Medical, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she oversees the strategic sourcing initiatives for the company, focusing on optimizing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Her experience in strategic sourcing contributes to the company's operational efficiency and cost management.
Previous Experience at BD
Joana Carvalho held multiple positions at BD, including Procurement Manager for Contract Manufacturing and Electromechanical Categories from 2016 to 2017. She later served as Sr. Global Category Manager from 2017 to 2020 and as Global Sourcing Business Partner from 2014 to 2016. These roles involved managing global sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships, enhancing BD's procurement capabilities.
Professional Background in Supply Chain Management
Joana Carvalho has extensive experience in supply chain management. She worked at DJO as Supply Chain Manager from 2010 to 2013 and at Nypro as Strategic Sourcing Manager from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she served as Strategic Sourcing Lead at Smiths Medical from 2007 to 2010, where she focused on sourcing strategies and supplier management.
Educational Qualifications
Joana Carvalho holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. She also earned a Bachelor of Law degree in Corporate Law and International Trade from Colegio Superior de Ciencias Jurídicas, S.C. Furthermore, she completed a Master of Laws (LLM) in Uniform Commercial Code and Trade Law at the University of Southern California from 2019 to 2020.
Certifications in Supply Chain Management
In addition to her formal education, Joana Carvalho obtained a certification in Supply Chain Management from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey in 2011. This certification complements her extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain roles throughout her career.