Joshua L. Bardfield
About Joshua L. Bardfield
Joshua L. Bardfield is a Supply Chain Services Manager at The Oregon Clinic, with extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement. He has a history of improving operational efficiency and achieving significant cost savings across various healthcare organizations.
Current Role at The Oregon Clinic
Joshua L. Bardfield serves as the Supply Chain Services Manager at The Oregon Clinic, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he has developed department policies and training workflows that have led to reduced costs and decreased late fees through timely invoice payments. His responsibilities include overseeing supply chain operations and ensuring efficient procurement processes across the organization.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to his current role, Bardfield accumulated extensive experience in supply chain management. He worked at Broadway Medical Clinic in various capacities, including Facilities/Purchasing Manager and Assistant Manager Central Supply. His tenure at Kaiser Permanente included roles as a Buyer and Materials Coordinator. His diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics.
Education and Academic Background
Joshua L. Bardfield studied Political Science at Clackamas Community College from 2001 to 2002. This academic background provided him with foundational knowledge that supports his analytical skills in supply chain management and decision-making processes in his professional roles.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Bardfield was recognized with the 2017 Intalere Healthcare Achievement Award for his contributions to supply chain management. His initiatives included leading a project to standardize GI scope products, which resulted in $1.2 million in negotiated savings. He also implemented a Materials Management Information System (MMIS) across multiple locations, enhancing operational efficiency.
Leadership and Team Development
In his career, Joshua L. Bardfield has demonstrated strong leadership skills by building a supply chain team for a 62-location clinic, expanding the team from 1 to 11 members. He facilitated a central supply chain committee, where he presented metrics and data to the company CEO and board members, fostering organizational buy-in for supply chain initiatives.