Ashley Callahan
About Ashley Callahan
Ashley Callahan is a Senior Buyer at US Foods with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management, having previously worked at ALDI USA and SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving.
Work at US Foods
Ashley Callahan has been employed at US Foods as a Senior Buyer since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Her expertise in multi-step strategic sourcing and category management contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the buying operations within the company. She operates in the Greater Chicago Area and has maintained her position for five years.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Callahan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she focused on Spanish Language and Literature. Her educational background supports her fluency in Spanish, which enhances her communication skills in diverse environments. Additionally, she is pursuing CPSM certification to further develop her professional credentials in supply management, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning in her field.
Background
Prior to her current role at US Foods, Ashley Callahan worked at ALDI USA in various positions, including Corporate Buying Assistant from 2015 to 2019 and Analyst from 2017 to 2019. Her experience at ALDI USA provided her with a solid foundation in corporate buying and analysis. Earlier in her career, she served as an International Relocation Assistant - Military at SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving for five months in 2013, gaining valuable insights into international operations.
Professional Experience at ALDI USA
At ALDI USA, Ashley Callahan held two significant roles. As a Corporate Buying Assistant from 2015 to 2019, she supported the buying team in various procurement activities. Later, she worked as an Analyst from 2017 to 2019, where she focused on data analysis and strategic decision-making. Her tenure at ALDI USA spanned four years, during which she developed skills that are applicable to her current role at US Foods.