P Lewis
About P Lewis
P Lewis is a Category Buyer with over 20 years of experience in procurement, currently managing a $3.5 million monthly budget at US Foods. Lewis has a background in healthcare procurement, having worked at Ingalls Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Robert Morris University - Illinois.
Work at US Foods
P Lewis has been employed at US Foods as a Category Buyer since 2012. In this role, P manages a monthly procurement budget of approximately $3.5 million, specifically for the company's exclusive and manufactured brand food and beverages. P collaborates with Category Management to develop inventory portfolios aimed at launching new or improved products based on promotional initiatives. Additionally, P implements alternative recovery plans to effectively address supply and demand issues.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Procurement
Before joining US Foods, P Lewis worked as a Buyer at Rush University Medical Center from 2000 to 2009, where P gained nine years of experience in procurement within the healthcare sector. Following this role, P served as a Buyer at Ingalls Memorial Hospital from 2009 to 2011 for two years. This background in healthcare procurement has provided P with valuable insights into inventory management and supplier relations.
Education and Expertise
P Lewis studied at Robert Morris University - Illinois, where P earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Health/Health Care Administration/Management. This educational background, completed from 2003 to 2007, has equipped P with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in procurement and inventory management roles.
Achievements in Inventory Management
P Lewis successfully reduced Days Inventory on Hand (DIOH) by $3 million through strategic inventory management and redistribution projects. P evaluates and adjusts system forecasts using AWR by analyzing product movement, seasonality, market trends, and anticipated sales. These efforts demonstrate P's capability in optimizing inventory processes and enhancing operational efficiency.