Expertise:
Purchasing; Supply chain management; Strategic sourcing
Major Product/SVS:
Purchasing and supply chain
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Running; Biking; Exercising; Caring for her bull mastiff
Education Degrees:
Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Communications, Michigan State University; Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Communications, University of Michigan
Charity:
Therapy Dogs Inc.; Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Number Of Years In Profession:
13
Number Of Years In Current Position:
1
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her excellent mentor, as well as her work ethic.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she fell in love with purchasing.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Ross has worked in the automotive, aerospace, military, commercial electronics and consumer products industries.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing global sourcing and new product introduction groups, including production and non production procurement groups
Education Certifications:
Six Sigma Black Belt
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Ross hopes to become a director again.