David McNamara

Vice President Supply Chain at NMC Healthcare

Mr. David McNamara, an experienced supply chain leader will be seen as a Speaker at the 6th International Procurement & Supply Chain Conference 2021 by Blue Ocean Academy.

A seasoned procurement specialist, specifically catering to the medical and healthcare industry, Mr. David is currently the Vice President of Supply Chain at NMC Healthcare. In the past he has served as the Director of logistics and supply chain at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.

Mr. David who possesses a strong ability to formulate business plans, strategy and policy within complex service delivery scenarios, will be seen sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience about handling varied critical aspects associated with the supply chain industry. He has a strong understanding ofcurrent issues, challenges and directions of the health industry and their implications and opportunities. An expert at executing superior level communication and negotiation skills with all levels of staff, customers and suppliers, Mr. David has successfully facilitated the development of long-term business partnerships and relationship and achieved significant commercial outcomes for organizations he has worked for.

Mr. David earned his Public Procurement & Supply Chain Management degree from Irish Institute for Purchasing & Materials Management. He also holds a Masters degree in Health Service Management, and has qualifications from Queen’s University Belfast.

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