Aaron Schmidt

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Director - Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics at Northwestern Medicine

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Aaron Schmidt is a Director at Northwestern Medicine, specializing in healthcare supply chain, logistics, and distribution. He focuses on continuous improvement using lean practices and a people-first approach to lead large-scale operational engagements. He holds a Bachelors degree from Augustana College and has prior experience implementing Toyota Production System concepts.

Described as hard-working, focused, and pleasant, Aaron leads with positivity and compassion to foster a culture of innovation. His core strengths include developing others, responsibility, and building relationships. He is committed to recognizing and empowering his frontline staff, crediting them for organizational success, especially during challenging times in the industry.

He has a publication on MAP-21, a key federal transportation act, indicating deep knowledge of logistics regulations beyond healthcare.

Personality Overview

Challenger

Fast-Paced

Direct & Candid

They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Logistics
As Director of Supply Chain, his entire career is centered on managing and optimizing healthcare logistics and distribution, including for all OR/Procedural & Inpatient supplies.
Lean Operations
He has a background in implementing the Toyota Production System (TPS) and emphasizes continuous improvement through lean foundational practices in his current role at Northwestern Medicine.
People-First Leadership
His introduction highlights a "people-first approach, " and his social media posts emphasize empowering teams with positivity, compassion, and recognition for frontline staff.

Media Appearances

Aaron has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2019
Director - Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics at Northwestern Medicine
5-2018 - 12-2019
Supply Chain Performance Manager at Northwestern Medicine
12-2015 - 5-2018
Consultant, Advocate Operating System at Advocate Health Care
8-2013 - 12-2015
Logistics Manager - Supply & Distribution Management at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Education

1995 - 1999
Bachelor's from Augustana College
1992 - 1995
Education details unavailable from Glenbrook South High School

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Exp : 12 Location : Greater Chicago Area, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director - Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics at Northwestern Medicine
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Insights For Selling To Aaron

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Make sure that you you respond to any queries from them quickly
  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions
  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization

DONT's

  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Don't try too hard to get friendly, let it happen with time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Aaron is

  • Confidence in the product plays an important role, followed by powerful testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Aaron

  • They might hesitate a little, but they will say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Aaron move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Aaron take some risk or not?

  • Once they have analyzed the pros and cons, they can take some risks.

You And Aaron

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