Jill Okumbe
About Jill Okumbe
Jill Okumbe serves as the Director of Commercial Support at US Foods, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in sales and customer service, she has accumulated extensive experience in the food distribution industry, having worked in various roles at US Foods and previously at Farmers Insurance and Outback Steakhouse.
Current Role at US Foods
Jill Okumbe serves as the Director of Commercial Support at US Foods, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees various commercial initiatives and supports the sales team to enhance operational efficiency. Her experience in commercial sales and management contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Jill Okumbe has held multiple positions at US Foods prior to her current role. She worked as a Director of Commercial Sales for one month in 2021, focusing on the Northern California region. Additionally, she served as a Regional Sales Manager from 2018 to 2021, managing sales operations in the Sacramento, California area. Her tenure at US Foods also includes a role as District Sales Manager from 2016 to 2018 and as a Territory Manager from 2015 to 2016.
Experience at Farmers Insurance
Before her extensive career at US Foods, Jill Okumbe worked at Farmers Insurance as a Customer Service Representative from 2005 to 2007. This role provided her with foundational skills in customer service and client relations, which have been beneficial in her subsequent positions.
Education and Academic Background
Jill Okumbe studied Business Administration with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management at California State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2008 to 2011. She also attended Butte-Glenn Community College, completing a program in General Studies from 2007 to 2008. Her educational background supports her professional roles in sales and management.
Early Career at Outback Steakhouse
Jill Okumbe began her career at Outback Steakhouse, where she worked for nine years from 2003 to 2012. During her time there, she held various positions, including Bartender, Key Person, and Administrative Assistant. This experience helped her develop strong interpersonal and organizational skills.