Jim Myers
About Jim Myers
Jim Myers is a Strategic Sourcing Manager and Analyst with extensive experience in procurement and sourcing management. He has worked for Americold Logistics since 2013 and previously held positions at Saia Inc., McKesson Pharmaceutical, and the United States Air Force.
Work at Americold
Jim Myers has been employed at Americold Logistics, LLC since 2013, serving as a Strategic Sourcing Manager and Analyst. In this role, he manages category-specific sourcing activities across 18 different spend categories. He is responsible for overseeing vendor relationships throughout the procure-to-pay (P2P) business cycle. Additionally, he has developed analytical metrics to evaluate the pricing structure and compliance of the National Vendor program. Myers has also standardized data collection and analysis processes to enhance sourcing efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at Saia Inc.
Prior to his current role, Jim Myers worked at Saia Inc. as a National Pricing Analyst from 2009 to 2012 for three years. His tenure at Saia was based in Johns Creek, Georgia. In this position, he focused on pricing strategies and analysis, contributing to the company's pricing framework.
Experience at McKesson Pharmaceutical
Jim Myers served as a Global Procurement Sourcing Analyst at McKesson Pharmaceutical for one year, from 2012 to 2013. His role involved procurement sourcing activities, where he contributed to the company's global sourcing strategies. This position was located in Lakeland, Florida.
Background in Finance and Accounting
Before transitioning into the logistics and procurement sectors, Jim Myers worked in the United States Air Force as a Finance and Accounting Manager from 1992 to 1997. This five-year experience in Texas provided him with a strong foundation in financial management and accounting principles. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Account Manager and Underwriter at New Century Mortgage from 2003 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Jim Myers holds a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Management from Troy State University, which he completed from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Finance from Northern Arizona University, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic sourcing and financial analysis.