MICHAEL A. MILLER, C.P.M.
h00qc0@r.postjobfree.com
Norton, OH 44203
EDUCATION and PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Science of Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) Major in Finance
The University of Akron - May 1981
Lifetime Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Certification
Institute for Supply Management (ISM) - February 2006
Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Certification
Institute for Supply Management (ISM) - December 1994
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
NAPM-Akron, Continuing Education Chairman - 1996-2002
NAPM-Akron Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Akron Chapter
NAPM is an acronym for the National Association of Purchasing Management.
Responsibilities: Representative at NAPM-Akron board meetings. Present Status of C.P.M. Exam Classes. Preset C.P.M. Award Certificates and Re-Certification awards at Monthly membership meetings. Plan, organize and coordinate the Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Exam Program. Document and maintain records of C.P.M.’s obtained and advise Membership Chair to update membership records.
Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Exam Program Director - 1997- 2002
NAPM-Akron - Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Akron Chapter
Responsibilities: To plan, organize and implement the Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Exam Program. This included but was not limited to coordinating the program class schedule, as well as scheduling instructors, planning/designing program syllabus, attain certification of C.P.M. Award Points for Continuation of Education Hours from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Arrange Locations for Program Classes, and manage students registration for Exam Program.
Certified Purchasing Management (C.P.M.) Exam Instructor - 1995-2002
NAPM-Akron - Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Akron Chapter
Responsibilities: Plan and organize material for class sessions. Maintain professional development training to be knowledgeable of market trends in benchmarking, best-in-class, and other future developments. Present related C.P.M. Exam questions and material while explaining the answers.
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
Boy Scouts of America - Committee Chairman BSA Troop 127 Clinton Ohio 44126
GAASA Youth Soccer Coach
NOASA Adult Soccer Coach/manager
NOASA Men’s Vice President
MICHAEL A. MILLER, C.P.M.
h00qc0@r.postjobfree.com
3194 Cranwood Circle
Norton, OH 44203
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Products Purchasing Specialist - 2001 - Present
Myers Tire Supply, 1293 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44301
I developed and executed sourcing strategies for Key Product lines for North America's leading wholesale distributor of Tools, Equipment and Supplies for the Tire, Wheel & Vehicle Service Market and Retread Tire Market. Maintained a broad knowledge of markets, suppliers, industries and technologies to achieve best value, cost savings and maintain quality. I lead and directed successful cross-functional teams of Sales, Marketing and Suppliers for effective negotiations in New Product Development. I interfaced with IT and Sales to develop and implement new policies, system processes and procedures. I provide product support and information to both internal and external customers. I am responsible for procurement of materials, parts, equipment and services to maintain inventory without interruption of supply to Branches and Customers. I manage timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining quality.
Senior Buyer-Purchasing Agent - 1995-2001
Myers Tire Supply, 1293 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44301
Control purchases of $45 - $50 Million annually for national wholesaler distributor of Tools, Equipment and Supplies for the Tire, Wheel & Vehicle Service Market and Retread Tire Market to maintain and improve market position. Purchasing Department Representative on JD Edward DRP/MRP implementation team.
Buyer - 1988-1995
Myers Tire Supply, 1293 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44301
Purchase established materials, equipment and supplies from suppliers.
Branch Service Supervisor-Expeditor – 1986-1988
Myers Tire Supply, 1293 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44301
Supervise the operations of the Corporate Branch Services department, telemarketing, customer service functions, including expediting of all incoming Branch Orders.
Auto Center Manager –
K-Mart, 3801 Harmont Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
Auto Service Supervisor –
Montgomery Ward, 2400 Romig Road, Akron, Ohio 44322
Automotive Parts Manager –
J.C. Penney Co., 2442 Romig Road, Akron, Ohio 44322