Mike Howard
About Mike Howard
Mike Howard is an Associate Category Manager at US Foods, specializing in category management for the Poultry Desk. He has a background in operations and supplier information analysis, with experience at Plexus Worldwide and US Foods.
Current Role at US Foods
Mike Howard serves as an Associate Category Manager at US Foods, a position he has held since 2020. He operates in the Greater Chicago Area, focusing specifically on the Poultry Desk. In this role, he is responsible for category management within the poultry segment, ensuring effective strategies are implemented to optimize product offerings and meet customer needs.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Mike Howard worked at US Foods in various capacities. He served as an Assistant Category Strategies Manager from 2016 to 2020, where he contributed to category management strategies. Before that, he was a Supplier Information Analyst for 10 months in 2015 to 2016, based in Scottsdale, AZ. His experience at US Foods spans a total of over four years.
Experience at Plexus Worldwide
Mike Howard worked at Plexus Worldwide from 2012 to 2014 as part of the Operations team. His role involved various operational responsibilities, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company's processes during his two-year tenure.
Education and Academic Background
Mike Howard studied at Northern Arizona University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Computer Information Systems. His academic journey spanned from 2010 to 2015. Prior to this, he attended Brophy College Preparatory from 2006 to 2010, completing his high school education.
Professional Interests and Skills
Mike Howard is recognized for his analytical and inquisitive nature. He actively engages with books and business articles to enhance his understanding of industry trends. He has a particular interest in the 'field-to-fork' process, which encompasses the sourcing and delivery of food products to customers.