Kevin Ford is an experienced professional with a diverse background in purchasing and supply chain management. Currently serving as a Senior Buyer/Planner at Ingersoll Rand since July 2022, Kevin previously held the position of Buyer at Anthony Inc from March 2021 to July 2022, and earlier roles at the same company included Sourcing and Purchasing Analyst and Inventory Control Specialist. Kevin has also served in the US Navy Reserve as an Aviation Machinist's Mate for over thirteen years and worked as a Foreclosure Specialist II at Bank of America. Educationally, Kevin is pursuing multiple degrees, including a Master of Arts in Management and Leadership from Liberty University, along with extensive coursework from esteemed institutions such as Cornell University and UCLA, complemented by professional training in APICS CPIM from Glendale Community College. Kevin’s academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of the City of Manila and a certificate in Database Management from UCLA Extension.