John Ross

John Ross is an academic and industry professional with extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management. Currently serving as a Professional in Residence and Adjunct Professor of Economics at the University of Mount Union since January 2018, John Ross previously held the position of Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist at The Timken Company from May 1982 to December 2017. In this role, John Ross provided strategic oversight and support for mergers and acquisitions across various commodities, specifically in the context of raw materials and processes for bearing manufacture. John Ross holds a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Master of Business Administration from Ashland University.