Rich Barrett
About Rich Barrett
Rich Barrett serves as the Region VP of Operations-Central at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. With extensive experience in supply chain management and logistics, he has previously held leadership roles at companies such as Dell Inc., Heartland Food Products Group, and Ford Motor Company.
Work at US Foods
Rich Barrett currently serves as the Region VP Operations-Central at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and initiatives within the Central region. Prior to this, he was the Vice President of Operations at US Foods from 2018 to 2023, where he managed operations in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. His leadership in these roles has contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
Rich Barrett studied at the University of Nevada, Reno, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management in 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in supply chain and operations management. He has developed expertise in logistics, distribution, and supply chain planning, which he has applied throughout his professional journey.
Background
Rich Barrett has a diverse professional background with significant experience in operations and supply chain management. He began his career at Ford Motor Company as a Production Control Supervisor and has held various roles in companies such as Dell Inc., Lockheed Martin, and Heartland Food Products Group. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of logistics and operational efficiencies.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rich Barrett has achieved notable milestones. He developed an online business-to-business supply chain tool for Lockheed Martin, which reduced process cycle time by 75%. At Heartland Food Products Group, he created an Obsolete and Slow Moving Inventory Council, resulting in a $3.5 million reduction in inventory across multiple facilities. He has also been recognized for his leadership skills, achieving Champion status in personal evaluations and facilitating the promotion of 50% of his direct reports at Dell Computer.
Professional Experience
Rich Barrett has held various leadership positions in multiple organizations. He served as the Logistics & Distribution Director at Heartland Food Products Group from 2013 to 2015 and as Vice President of Global Logistics from 2015 to 2018. His tenure at Dell Inc. included roles in supply chain planning and production control, where he implemented significant operational improvements. His experience also includes positions at Ingersoll Rand, Leviton Manufacturing Inc., and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.