Aaron Gray
About Aaron Gray
Aaron Gray serves as an Associate Category Manager for Dry Commodity at US Foods, where he has worked since 2024. He has a background in management and marketing, with previous roles in various capacities at Mariano's, Safeway, and US Foods.
Current Role at US Foods
Aaron Gray currently serves as the Associate Category Manager for Dry Commodity at US Foods. He has held this position since 2024, working in a hybrid capacity from Rosemont, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for managing product categories and contributing to the strategic direction of the company's dry commodity offerings.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Aaron Gray worked at US Foods as the Associate Category Manager for Frozen Fruit/Veg from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Associate Category Manager for Canned Fruit/Veg for a period of seven months in 2023. His experience at US Foods has focused on category management within the food distribution sector.
Experience in Retail Management
Before joining US Foods, Aaron Gray worked in retail management at Mariano's as an Assistant Store Director from 2014 to 2017 in Wheaton, Illinois. His role involved overseeing store operations and ensuring customer satisfaction. Additionally, he served as a Perishable Manager at Safeway from 2011 to 2013 in Romeoville, Illinois, where he managed perishable goods and inventory.
Education and Academic Background
Aaron Gray studied at Northern Illinois University from 2009 to 2011, where he focused on Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. He achieved a degree in Business during his two years of study. This educational background has provided him with foundational knowledge applicable to his roles in category management and retail.