Jim Ervin

Jim Ervin is a seasoned professional in supply chain management with extensive experience spanning over four decades. Currently serving as a Senior Buyer Planner at MKS Instruments since December 2018, Jim is also a Co-Founder of MJ Star Consulting, focusing on supply chain management and cost control. Previous roles include Supply Chain/Production Manager at KMLabs Inc., Senior Purchasing Agent at Droplet Measurement Technology, and various managerial positions at Western Digital and Seagate, where Jim was responsible for global supplier management, negotiations, and strategic coordination with engineering departments. Early career experiences include roles at Case Logic, Utility Control and Equipment Corporation, and Teledyne Technologies, emphasizing project management, purchasing, and quality assurance. Jim holds a Bachelor of Arts in Management from the University of Northern Colorado.