John “Jp” Phillips
About John “Jp” Phillips
John 'Jp' Phillips serves as the Region Manager for New Business Management in the West Region at US Foods, bringing extensive experience in sales and management across various roles within the food industry. His background includes positions at US Foods, Central Market, Tom Thumb Stores, and HEB, along with a degree in Communication and Media Studies from Stephen F. Austin State University.
Current Role at US Foods
John Phillips currently serves as the Region Manager for New Business Management in the West Region at US Foods. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and business development efforts across the western United States.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Phillips has extensive experience at US Foods, having held multiple roles over several years. He was the Director of Sales Support for the Texhoma region from 2014 to 2020, and prior to that, he served as the District Sales Manager from 2006 to 2012. He also worked as the Vice President of Local Sales from 2020 to 2022 and as the Sales Training Manager from 2012 to 2014.
Background in Retail and Wholesale Food Industry
Phillips has a strong background in both the retail and wholesale sectors of the food industry. His previous roles include positions at Central Market, where he worked as a Store Coverage Manager and Specialty Foods Manager, and at Tom Thumb Stores as the Non Foods Director. He also served as the Drugstore Director at HEB.
Education and Expertise
Phillips holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Communication and Media Studies from Stephen F. Austin State University, which he completed between 1992 and 1995. He possesses expertise in data analytics and strategic planning within the sales domain, along with strong presentation skills and team-building capabilities.
Sales Meeting Planning and Execution Experience
Phillips has experience in sales meeting planning and execution, which has been a critical aspect of his roles in the food industry. His ability to manage and lead sales initiatives has contributed to his success in various managerial positions.