Paul Ortega
About Paul Ortega
Paul Ortega serves as the Area Director of Replenishment at US Foods, a role he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in replenishment and operations, having worked in various capacities at US Foods and other organizations since 2011.
Current Role at US Foods
Paul Ortega serves as the Area Director of Replenishment at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing replenishment operations across various markets. He plays a key role in representing the Replenishment function on the Area leadership staff, participating in Area-level meetings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Paul Ortega held several positions at US Foods. He worked as Merchandising Operations Lead for the Southeast Region from 2019 to 2020, and as Manager of Replenishment Operations in Metro DC from 2020 to 2022. He also served as Replenishment Lead from 2016 to 2019 and held various buyer roles, including Buyer I - Equipment & Supplies and Buyer II - Produce. His extensive experience at US Foods spans multiple roles focused on replenishment and supply chain management.
Experience at Takeoff Technologies, Inc.
Paul Ortega worked at Takeoff Technologies, Inc. as a Senior Performance Manager in Assortment, Inventory & Replenishment for nine months in 2022. In this role, he focused on performance management initiatives, overseeing replenishment-related metrics to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Paul Ortega is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management at the Bryan School of Business and Economics at UNCG, expected to complete in 2024. He previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Food Service Management and an Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain and food service management.
Culinary and Early Career Experience
Paul Ortega began his career in the culinary field, working as a Prep Cook at 131 Main Restaurant in 2011. He later served as a Shift Leader/Line Cook at the same establishment and worked at Chili's as a Line Cook. His early experiences in the food service industry provided a foundation for his later roles in supply chain and replenishment management.