•U.S. Category Lead for Cheese & Dairy (October 2023-present)•U.S. Category Lead for Produce, Beverages, & Coffee (December 2021-October 2023)

•Owned the relationship with 25-30 strategic disposable suppliers accounting for $2.0 billion in annual sales •Led strategy of highest growing category within US Foods (+13% YOY), which focused around expanding assortment of Takeout items, increasing sustainable disposable options, and driving value within the product category to our customers•Responsible for negotiating all Vendor agreements and Multi-Year Exclusivity agreements•Continuously review Exclusive Branded product lines for RFP opportunities and additional cost savings•Monitored category trends and partnered with product development to launch new innovative products•Collaborated with cross-functional partners to solve complex challenges and find resolutions•Managed highly demanded category throughout the COVID-19 crisis; sourced new PPE suppliers, negotiated increased supply of critical items, created solutions for import & manufacturing challenges for our customers, focused on increasing inbound fill rates •Managed and developed 2 direct reports

•Owned the relationship with 15 strategic disposable suppliers accounting for $1.0 billion in annual sales•Developed and drove category strategy including launching a Takeout Core assortment of 86 SKU’s and expanding assortment of Exclusive Branded sustainable disposables•Led all innovative launches within USF Scoop platform and presented products at centralized training•Negotiated with vendors on all product costs for Exclusive Branded items •Focused on growing Exclusive Brand penetration through new product launches or conversion opportunities which resulted in Desk Exclusive Brand growth of 6.5% YOY in 2018•Provided valuable detailed analytics and recommendations to Category Manager to support initiatives•Teamed up on multiple cross functional projects•Managed Plastic desk during Category Manager’s 12-week maternity leave and 6 months post joining US Foods

•Developed and presented Spring & Fall 2017 product lines and financial strategy to senior leadership, identified missed gaps in assortment and built a strong value proposition which showed a 10% growth opportunity over LY•Analyzed sales weekly and reported on performance and actions to be taken at the product level•Managed relationships with vendors and negotiated all product costs to maintain expected IMU and selling margin•Owned the execution of orders and partnered with inventory and planning teams to ensure alignment on category strategy•Responsible for identifying new opportunities and continually driving product development focused around key strategies and category trends •Mentored and trained 2 new Assistant Buyers on the Sears Adult Athletic team while supporting $78 million department under reorganization

•Responsible for $52 million department•Ownership of all National Marketing for category•Developed an understanding of product development by assisting buyer in agent meetings and providing support on assortment selection•Gained valuable knowledge of product execution and life cycle•Reported weekly on sales/margin in comparison to last year, forecast, and plan

•Responsible for $5 million department within $32 million store operation•Performed full buying responsibilities for the Nike Tiger Woods apparel line and various accessory vendors with $500,000 volume •Participated in all seasonal meetings with vendors to provide support to buyer and point of view•Managed a team of 12-15 sales associates and improved communication and efficiency

•Oversaw the negotiation process and assisted buyer plan merchandise for the 2011 Holidayseason and Spring 2012•Responsible for receiving new goods and changing floor displays•Provided superior customer service

•Met management given individual sales goals•Provided superior customer service•Received Shining Star Associate Award June 2010