Kathy Kelly
About Kathy Kelly
Kathy Kelly is an Account Manager at US Foods, where she manages a portfolio of national accounts with an annual sales volume exceeding $85 million. She holds a North Carolina Broker's License and has a background in business and marketing from Rowan-Cabarrus Community College.
Work at US Foods
Kathy Kelly has served as an Account Manager at US Foods since 2006. In this role, she manages a portfolio of national accounts with an annual sales volume exceeding $85 million. Her key accounts include TA/Petro and RIRA Irish Pubs, spanning multiple divisions within US Foods. Kathy represents the company at 14 Co-op and Board meetings annually with Sonic Drive-Ins and participates in their yearly convention. She is responsible for hosting Sonic meetings at various US Foods divisions and external locations, which fosters collaboration and relationship building.
Education and Expertise
Kathy Kelly has a solid educational background in real estate and business. She studied at the Superior School of Real Estate, where she achieved her North Carolina Broker's License. Additionally, she attended Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, earning an A.A.S. degree with a concentration in Marketing and Retailing from 1997 to 2001. This combination of education provides her with a strong foundation for her role in account management and sales.
Background
Before joining US Foods, Kathy Kelly worked at Pillowtex Corp as an Inside Sales Representative for 26 years, from 1977 to 2003, in Kannapolis, North Carolina. This extensive experience in sales has contributed to her skills in managing accounts and maintaining customer relationships. Her career transition to US Foods has allowed her to leverage her sales expertise in a new industry.
Achievements
Kathy Kelly has demonstrated exceptional performance in her role at US Foods, achieving service levels of 99.98% for Sonic, 99.85% for Dickey's BBQ, and 100% for Mooyah. These metrics reflect her commitment to customer service and operational efficiency. Additionally, she actively participates in Employee Volunteer Activities, including involvement with the Boys & Girls Club, showcasing her dedication to community engagement.
Professional Ethics and Confidentiality
Kathy Kelly maintains a strong focus on confidentiality and ethical representation of US Foods and its customers. Her commitment to these principles is evident in her daily operations and interactions with clients. This emphasis on ethics supports the integrity of her role as an Account Manager and fosters trust with her accounts.