Carissa Null
About Carissa Null
Carissa Null serves as an Associate Category Manager for Beef at US Foods in Rosemont, Illinois, a position she has held since 2021. She has a background in brand and product management, with previous roles at CPO Commerce, Inc., Essendant, and Sears Holdings Corporation.
Work at US Foods
Carissa Null has served as the Associate Category Manager for Beef at US Foods since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing product selection, pricing, and promotional strategies within the beef category. Her position is based in Rosemont, Illinois, where she contributes to the company's objectives in the food service industry.
Previous Experience in Brand Management
Prior to her current role, Carissa worked at CPO Commerce, Inc. as an Assistant Brand Manager for six months in 2015. This position involved supporting brand strategy and marketing initiatives. Additionally, she gained experience as an Assistant Product Manager at Essendant from 2017 to 2021, where she focused on product development and management.
Education and Expertise
Carissa Null holds an Associate of Arts degree in Merchandise Marketing from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM). She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in marketing and communication skills relevant to her roles in product and brand management.
Career Development in Product Management
Carissa's career in product management began with her participation in the Buyer Apprenticeship Program at Sears Holdings Corporation in 2012. She also worked as a Help Desk Specialist at Essendant from 2014 to 2015, which allowed her to develop technical and customer service skills that are beneficial in her subsequent roles.