Matthew Vaccarino

Professional Summary

Professional Overview
Matthew Vaccarino is an experienced strategic sourcing professional with a strong track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies for leading healthcare organizations. As the Director of Strategic Sourcing at the Hospital for Special Surgery, he leverages his expertise in supply chain management, contract negotiation, and data-driven decision-making to optimize procurement processes and enhance the organization's overall financial performance.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at the Hospital for Special Surgery, Matthew is responsible for leading a team of strategic sourcing professionals to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across the organization's various departments and service lines. He works closely with stakeholders to assess spend patterns, negotiate favorable contract terms, and implement innovative sourcing strategies to drive long-term value for the hospital.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Matthew held several strategic sourcing positions at NYU Langone Health, where he consistently demonstrated his ability to optimize supply chain operations and drive tangible results. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, he managed the procurement of critical supplies and services for the organization's perioperative, orthopedic, radiology, pharmacy, and faculty group practice departments, achieving significant cost savings and process improvements.

Academic Background
Matthew holds a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management from Rutgers University, where he graduated with a strong academic record and developed a deep understanding of supply chain principles and best practices.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic sourcing and procurement

• Supply chain management

• Contract negotiation and vendor management

• Data analysis and business intelligence

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Process improvement and operational optimization

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Matthew has made significant contributions to the healthcare industry by implementing data-driven sourcing strategies that have resulted in substantial cost savings and operational efficiencies for his employers. In his previous roles at NYU Langone Health, he spearheaded initiatives that generated over $10 million in cumulative savings, while also streamlining procurement processes and improving supplier relationships.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong analytical skills, and proven track record of success, Matthew Vaccarino is well-positioned to continue driving transformative change in the healthcare supply chain industry. As the Director of Strategic Sourcing at the Hospital for Special Surgery, he is dedicated to leveraging his expertise to enhance the organization's financial sustainability and operational excellence, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.