Jackie Elder
About Jackie Elder
Jackie Elder is a Category Buyer with extensive experience in the food distribution industry, currently employed at Performance Food Group since 2015. Elder has previously held positions at US Foods and Barco Products, and has a background in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.
Work at US Foods
Jackie Elder has been employed at US Foods as a Category Buyer since 2014. In this role, she has been responsible for managing product categories and ensuring effective procurement strategies. Her tenure at US Foods spans a decade, during which she has developed expertise in supply chain management and purchasing processes. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Expeditor/Assistant Buyer at US Foods from 2012 to 2015, where she supported the buying team in various operational tasks.
Previous Experience in Purchasing
Before joining US Foods, Jackie Elder held several positions in the purchasing field. She worked at Barco Products as a Purchasing professional from 2007 to 2010, where she gained foundational experience in procurement. Following that, she served as a Lead Operator for Menlo Worldwide on the Comcast Line from 2010 to 2011. After her initial role at US Foods, she transitioned to a Purchasing Buyer position in Lenoir, North Carolina, where she remained until 2020.
Current Role at Performance Food Group
Jackie Elder is currently employed at Performance Food Group as a Buyer. She has been in this position since 2015, working in Montgomery, Illinois. In her role, she is involved in sourcing and purchasing food products, contributing to the company's supply chain operations. Her experience in this capacity complements her extensive background in purchasing and category management.
Education and Expertise
Jackie Elder studied at the University of Phoenix, where she pursued a degree in Business Administration and Management. She achieved an Associate of Arts (A.A.) from 2010 to 2012. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her various purchasing roles throughout her career.