Jared Burns
About Jared Burns
Jared Burns is a Grocery Buyer at US Foods, a position he has held since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from the University of Iowa and has a diverse work history in hospitality and logistics.
Work at US Foods
Jared Burns has been employed at US Foods as a Grocery Buyer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for sourcing and purchasing grocery items, ensuring that the company maintains a robust inventory to meet customer demands. His experience in the grocery sector contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing process.
Education and Expertise
Jared Burns earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Linguistics from the University of Iowa, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. This educational background provides him with strong communication skills and analytical abilities, which are beneficial in his current role in grocery buying.
Background
Jared Burns has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in the hospitality and transportation sectors. He worked at Sheraton Hotels & Resorts as a Concierge, Server, and Event Setup for four months in 2014. He also held positions at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. as a Crosstowns Service Manager and Fleet Manager, as well as at Echo Global Logistics as a Carrier Sales Representative and Senior Carrier Operations Representative.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining US Foods, Jared Burns accumulated significant experience in logistics and customer service. He worked at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in two different capacities, totaling two years as Fleet Manager and six months as Crosstowns Service Manager. Additionally, he spent one year at Echo Global Logistics, where he advanced from Carrier Sales Representative to Senior Carrier Operations Representative.