This is the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast hosted by Justin Poulin. Tune in every month as we speak with Industry Experts to highlight success stories and solutions from the field that advance the healthcare supply chain. And now, Justin Poulin with this month’s Expert…

Guest: Josh Strzelczyk, Program Director, Capital Planning and Acquisition - Supply Chain Management @ Northwestern Medicine

Topic: Best Practices in Indirect Spend

- Josh Introduction

* Background and how you got to your current role

* Vizient Award (rising star and first time to a non-clinical supply chain professional)

* CMRP and wanting to get more involved AHRMM

- What is "Indirect Procurement?"

- Indirect Procurement is New; If we're starting our own indirect procurement department what advice would you give

* Use RFPs as a strategic tool

* Communication is Key

- Where are untapped opportunities for savings and/or leveraging technology