Kraig Ellliott
About Kraig Ellliott
Kraig Elliott serves as the Seattle Anchorage Area Pricing Manager at US Foods, bringing over two decades of experience in the food services industry. He has held various roles at Food Services of America and possesses strong skills in team building, critical thinking, and aligning departmental initiatives with corporate goals.
Work at US Foods
Kraig Elliott has been serving as the Seattle-Anchorage Area Pricing Manager at US Foods since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for pricing strategies and market analysis within the Seattle region. His focus includes aligning pricing initiatives with corporate goals to enhance overall performance. Elliott leverages his extensive experience in the food service industry to drive effective pricing decisions that meet customer needs and support the company's objectives.
Career at Food Services of America
Kraig Elliott has a long tenure at Food Services of America, where he held multiple positions over a span of 27 years. He began his career as a Sales Associate from 1992 to 1997, followed by a role as an Account Executive from 1998 to 2008. He then advanced to Sales Manager for the Education/Bid/Cruise Department from 2009 to 2019, managing sales strategies and team performance in the Seattle Branch. He transitioned to Director of Program Sales in 2018, focusing on program development and sales initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Kraig Elliott earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Washington State University, where he studied from 1977 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in pricing and sales management. Elliott possesses expertise in building high-performing teams and understanding complex business systems, which supports his ability to drive transformational change and enhance customer value.
Leadership and Team Development
Kraig Elliott demonstrates a strong ability to build high-performing teams that emphasize individual and team accountability. He focuses on associate skills development and creates learning opportunities to foster engagement among team members. His leadership style incorporates critical thinking and experience to identify and implement initiatives that align with corporate strategies, aiming to exceed performance expectations.
Strategic Focus and Problem Solving
Elliott applies critical thinking to understand the interconnectedness of business systems and their impact on the company and customers. He is committed to solving problems and driving transformational change within his organization. His strategic focus includes identifying department initiatives that align with corporate objectives, ensuring that his team meets and exceeds set goals.