James Takacs Mba (Jim)

James (Jim) Takacs, MBA, SSBB has an extensive work experience in supply chain management, purchasing, and marketing. James (Jim) has held various leadership roles in different companies.

From 2018 to present, James has been the Director of Corporate Supply Chain at Mazzella Companies, where they oversee supply chain operations and purchasing. Prior to that, from 2011 to 2018, they worked as the Purchasing Manager at The Alloy Engineering Company, where they managed procurement and supply chain initiatives for a specialty metals manufacturer.

In 2010, James worked as a Consultant/Student at The University of Akron/Medina County University Center, where they led the development of a strategic five-year business program. James (Jim) utilized their Six Sigma Black Belt certification to analyze workflows, develop marketing plans, and improve efficiencies.

From 2001 to 2009, James served as the Director of Marketing and Purchasing at OPS, Inc., a consumer specialty products retailer and distributor. James (Jim) was responsible for marketing strategy, budgeting, and supply chain management. During their tenure, the company received several awards for marketing and purchasing excellence.

Prior to that, from 1989 to 2001, James was the Purchasing Manager at Tempo Products Company, where they sourced vendors for raw materials, products, and services for a consumer products manufacturer.

In the late 1980s, James held roles as a Buyer at Marc Glassman, Inc. and a Corporate Buyer at Revco Drug, Inc., where they managed product selection, purchasing, advertising, and forecasting for regional and national retailers.

Overall, James Takacs has a diverse background in supply chain, purchasing, marketing, and business consulting, with a track record of implementing effective strategies and achieving results in various industries.

James (Jim) Takacs earned their BBA in Marketing from Kent State University, where they attended from 1981 to 1985. Following this, they pursued an MBA in Business Management from Baldwin Wallace University, completing the program from 1997 to 1998. In addition to their degrees, they obtained a Six Sigma Black Belt Certification from The University of Akron, although the specific month and year of certification are not provided.