Eche A. Ojile, MBA, Pmp
About Eche A. Ojile, MBA, Pmp
Eche A. Ojile, MBA, PMP, serves as the Vice President of Operations at US Foods, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Serta Simmons Bedding, Unilever, and Procter & Gamble. He holds an Executive MBA from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from The City College of New York.
Current Role at US Foods
Eche A. Ojile serves as the Vice President of Operations at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and ensuring efficiency within the organization. His leadership contributes to the overall performance and effectiveness of US Foods in the competitive food service industry. The company is known for its commitment to quality and service, and Ojile's expertise supports these objectives.
Previous Experience at Serta Simmons Bedding
Prior to his current role, Ojile worked at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC as Vice President & General Manager of Supply Chain from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he played a significant role in launching new products at major retailers, which contributed to a 350% increase in the mattress-in-a-box category. He also facilitated the integration of a $200 million company into Serta Simmons, enhancing the company's market presence.
Career at Unilever
Eche A. Ojile held multiple positions at Unilever from 2013 to 2020, including Technology & Innovation Engineering Manager and Senior Innovation Quality Manager for North America Supply Chain. He was instrumental in leading the identification and implementation of new factory technologies to streamline manufacturing processes. He also ensured quality excellence and regulatory compliance for Unilever's North America Innovation programs across various product categories.
Education and Expertise
Ojile earned his Executive MBA with a concentration in Supply Chain Strategy & Finance from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from The City College of New York. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in operations and supply chain management.
Early Career and Technical Roles
Eche A. Ojile began his career in various engineering roles, including positions at Procter & Gamble as a Process & Technical Engineer and Manufacturing Equipment Engineer. He also worked as a Senior Scientist at Johnson & Johnson and completed an internship as a Process Engineer at Merck. These early experiences contributed to his technical knowledge and skills in process engineering and project management.