Ali Mir
About Ali Mir
Ali Mir is a Senior IT Manager of Data Engineering at US Foods, where he has worked since 2010. He leads a team of over 40 employees and consultants, focusing on operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
Work at US Foods
Ali Mir has served as the Senior IT Manager of Data Engineering at US Foods since 2010. Over the course of 14 years in this role, he has been based in Rosemont, IL. He leads a team of more than 40 onshore and offshore employees and consultants, focusing on data engineering initiatives. His responsibilities include minimizing operational costs and accelerating time to market through effective data warehouse strategies. He also plays a critical role in driving the analysis of legacy warehouse technology to support business intelligence modernization.
Previous Experience in IT Consulting
Before joining US Foods, Ali Mir worked at McNally Systems Inc as an IT Consultant from 2000 to 2006. During his six years in Arlington Heights, IL, he gained valuable experience in IT solutions and consulting. Following this role, he served as a BI Developer at ExterNetworks, specifically for US Foods, from 2006 to 2010 in Piscataway, NJ. His work in these positions contributed to his expertise in data engineering and business intelligence.
Education and Expertise
Ali Mir holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Marketing/Marketing Management from Osmania University, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Commerce with a concentration in Computers from the same institution, completing his studies from 1993 to 1995. His educational background supports his strategic approach to data management and operational decision-making.
Leadership and Strategic Partnerships
In his role at US Foods, Ali Mir develops strategic partnerships with business leadership and cross-functional teams. This collaboration ensures high-quality product delivery and empowers the organization to make informed strategic, tactical, and operational decisions. His leadership in managing the enterprise data platform is crucial for the organization’s data-driven initiatives.