Daniel Cooper
About Daniel Cooper
Daniel Cooper is the Bid Sales Manager for the Southeast region at US Foods, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in vendor negotiations, national account sales, and managing competitive bids.
Current Role at US Foods
Daniel Cooper serves as the Bid Sales Manager Southeast at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing competitive bids and requests for proposals (RFPs) within the Southeast region. His expertise in vendor negotiations and national account sales contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Daniel Cooper worked at US Foods in various capacities. He served as the Bid Sales Manager Florida from 2021 to 2022, where he focused on bid management for the Florida region. Additionally, he was the Regional Manager of Business Development from 2011 to 2013 and worked as a K12 Regional Account Executive from 2013 to 2021, accumulating significant experience in sales and account management.
Career Background in Food Service Industry
Daniel Cooper has extensive experience in the food service industry, having worked at Sysco for 22 years as the Director of Bid Sales and Contract Compliance/Accounting Manager from 1989 to 2011. His career began at Beaver Street Fisheries, where he worked as a Buyer from 1985 to 1989. This diverse background has provided him with a strong foundation in purchasing, contracts, and sales management.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Cooper studied at the University of Florida - Warrington College of Business, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from 1980 to 1985. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in vendor negotiations and managing competitive bids.