John Opdahl
About John Opdahl
John Opdahl serves as the Vice President of Sales at US Foodservice, a position he has held since 2009. He has a background in sales and marketing, with previous roles at Alcon Laboratories and Sysco.
Work at US Foods
John Opdahl has served as the Vice President of Sales at US Foodservice since 2009. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing sales strategies and operations within the Baltimore region. Prior to his current position, he worked as a District Sales Manager at US Foodservice from 2005 to 2008, where he managed sales teams and developed client relationships.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining US Foodservice, John Opdahl worked at Alcon Laboratories, Inc. as a Medical Sales Representative from 2001 to 2003. His experience also includes a role as a Marketing Associate at Sysco from 1996 to 2005, where he contributed to marketing strategies and sales initiatives for nearly a decade.
Education and Expertise
John Opdahl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland College Park. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in scientific principles, which he has applied throughout his career in sales and marketing within the foodservice and medical industries.
Career Timeline
John Opdahl's career spans several roles in sales and marketing. He began his professional journey at Sysco as a Marketing Associate from 1996 to 2005, followed by a position at US Foodservice as District Sales Manager from 2005 to 2008. He then transitioned to Alcon Laboratories, Inc. as a Medical Sales Representative from 2001 to 2003, before returning to US Foodservice in 2009 as Vice President of Sales.