Katelyn Storton, CMRP

Collaborator
DISC Type : si

Senior Director of Supply Chain at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Katelyn is the Senior Director of Supply Chain at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago. A Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) and Quinnipiac University graduate, she specializes in strategic sourcing and contracting for medical supplies, driven to support superior patient care.

Under her leadership, her team has earned national recognition, winning the GHX Supply Chains of Distinction Award and being named a Top 50 Supply Chain and Procurement Team by the OnCon Icon Awards.

Personality Overview

Good Listener

Appreciative

Consensus Builder

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

Team Recognition
Frequently and publicly celebrates her team's achievements, highlighting their dedication and creative problem-solving after winning multiple national awards.
Healthcare Supply Chain
An experienced leader focused on strategic sourcing, negotiations, and contracting specifically for medical supplies, services, and equipment in a pediatric hospital setting.
Improving Patient Care
Emphasizes that the core mission of her supply chain team is to effectively support clinical partners to ensure the best possible care for patients.

Media Appearances

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Work History

5-2023
Senior Director of Supply Chain at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
3-2019 - 5-2023
Director of Procurement at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
5-2018 - 2-2019
Manager of IT Contracting, Supply Chain at MaineHealth
7-2017 - 2-2019
Capital Sourcing Manager at MaineHealth
5-2015 - 7-2017
Contract Manager, Supply Chain at MaineHealth

Education

2007 - 2011
Bachelor's degree from Quinnipiac University

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Insights For Selling To Katelyn

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal
  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision
  • Be visibly appreciative of their actions during your interactions

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Katelyn is

  • Relationships can play a major role, followed by low risk and strong market validation.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Katelyn

  • They are not very direct, and unlikely to say no to your face.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Katelyn move?

  • They can take their time to make decisions, even if they are constantly involved and friendly.
  • Can Katelyn take some risk or not?

  • It is unlikely that they will take many risks.

You And Katelyn

Personality Compatibility


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