Michael Ciaramella
About Michael Ciaramella
Michael Ciaramella serves as the Produce Category Operations Manager for the Southwest Area at US Foods, where he has worked since 2023. He previously held positions at US Foods and Stew Leonard's Farm Fresh Food, accumulating extensive experience in produce management and operations.
Current Role at US Foods
Michael Ciaramella serves as the Produce Category Operations Manager for the Southwest Area at US Foods. He has held this position since 2023 and operates in a hybrid capacity within the Greater Phoenix Area. In his role, he executes recommended assortment changes aligned with the division category strategy. He also ensures that local customer requirements are met while maintaining alignment with national strategies.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current position, Michael worked at US Foods as a Produce Specialist from 2021 to 2023 for two years in Arizona. In this role, he provided product assortment updates and supported informational inquiries for area and distribution center sales staff. His contributions during this period helped enhance operational efficiency within the produce category.
Background in Produce Management
Before joining US Foods, Michael Ciaramella was employed as a Produce Manager at Stew Leonard's Farm Fresh Food from 2015 to 2021 for six years in the Greater New York City Area. His responsibilities included managing produce operations and fostering positive vendor relationships, which contributed to the overall success of the store's produce department.
Education and Early Career
Michael studied at William Floyd High School, where he earned his High School Diploma from 2004 to 2008. Following his education, he began his career at PC Richard & Son as a Sales Manager from 2009 to 2014, gaining valuable experience in sales management. He also worked briefly as a Personal Banker at Citi from 2014 to 2015, further diversifying his professional background.