Nathan Swisshelm

 Nathan Swisshelm is the Director of Supply Chain Management (SCM) for ABT Molecular Imaging (ABT-MI), a fast paced start-up company in the early stages of the commercialization of the Biograph Generator (BG), a miniature cyclotron with integrated microchemistry and automated quality control, used to produce radiopharmaceuticals in clinical and pre-clinical environments. In leading the global supply chain for ABT-MI, Nathan is responsible for setting the vision and managing the tactical strategy for: Demand Planning, Production Scheduling, Strategic Procurement, Materials Management, Order Fulfillment, International Logistics, and Export Control. Nathan also leads a team of clean room technicians that manufacture a consumable Dose Synthesis Card in a class 7 clean room. In his role, Nathan and his team have negotiated critical cost reductions through strategic agreements and implemented material control to provide visibility and traceability of materials through-out the supply chain. 85% of ABT’s current and potential customers are in international or emerging markets so export control and supply channel development have been a major focus for Nathan’s group. His international logistics team requested and received an EAR99 classification for the BG system from The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). They also applied and received a license from the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) which allows them to sell, support, and service the ABT-MI BG system in Iran. In the coming year Nathan will lead his team as they look to implement a full MRP/Kanban material replenishment system. They also plan to open several regional spare parts depots around the globe to better support the ABT-MI service team, and will support the implementation of ISO 13485.