Travis Barkel, MBA
About Travis Barkel, MBA
Travis Barkel, MBA, serves as the Director of Purchasing and Stock Control at Sutter Health and is the Board President of the Michigan Association of Healthcare Resource & Materials Management. With a diverse background in manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services, he has held various leadership roles and is committed to enhancing efficiency and developing people.
Work at Sutter Health
Travis Barkel serves as the Director of Purchasing and Stock Control at Sutter Health, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing purchasing operations and stock management within the organization. His work is based in Sacramento, California, where he has been contributing to the healthcare sector for the past eight months.
Current Role in MAHRMM
In addition to his role at Sutter Health, Travis Barkel is the Board President of the Michigan Association of Healthcare Resource & Materials Management (MAHRMM). He has been in this leadership position since 2023, where he focuses on advancing the interests of healthcare resource management professionals in Michigan.
Education and Expertise
Travis Barkel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Baker University, which he completed between 2008 and 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Hope College, graduating in 2006. Additionally, he has pursued further education in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University, obtaining a West Michigan Supply Chain Management Certificate Series since 2015.
Professional Background
Travis Barkel has a diverse professional background that spans the manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services industries. His previous roles include positions such as Global Tooling, Capital Equipment and Resin Commodity Manager at Motus Integrated Technologies, and Director of Purchasing and Demand Planning at Corewell Health. He has also held various positions at State Street, Spectrum Health, and Steelcase, contributing to his extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement.
Skills and Passion
Travis Barkel is skilled in guiding client and supplier relationships towards efficiency, profitability, and satisfaction. He is passionate about developing people and implementing successful, lean processes within organizations. His expertise in supply chain management and procurement is complemented by his commitment to fostering effective team dynamics and operational excellence.