Sean O'brien
About Sean O'brien
Sean O'Brien is a Logistics Analyst specializing in Vendor Negotiations at US Foods, where he has worked since 2023. He has previous experience in operations and management roles at various organizations, including ALE Solutions and goPuff.
Current Role at US Foods
Sean O'Brien currently serves as a Logistics Analyst in Vendor Negotiations at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he corresponds with vendors to gather information on freight costs and evaluates the feasibility of US Foods managing its own orders. He ensures that vendor shipping information is accurate in the company's systems, reviews new requests, and updates outdated information. Additionally, he communicates vendor updates, closures, and location changes to all relevant parties within US Foods Logistics.
Previous Experience in Logistics
Before his current role, Sean O'Brien gained valuable experience in logistics through various positions. He worked as a Logistics Network Strategy Intern at US Foods for two months in 2021. He also served as a Logistics Analyst for the Central Fleet at US Foods from 2022 to 2023. Prior to his tenure at US Foods, he was an Operations Associate at goPuff from 2020 to 2021 and completed an Operations Internship at ALE Solutions in 2019.
Educational Background
Sean O'Brien studied at Indiana University Bloomington, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and Sustainable Business. His studies spanned from 2018 to 2022, providing him with a solid foundation in logistics and sustainable practices within the supply chain industry.
Leadership Roles in Phi Gamma Nu
During his time at Indiana University, Sean O'Brien held several leadership positions within Phi Gamma Nu - Delta Psi. He served as the Director of New Member Education from 2019 to 2020 for five months, as the Manager of Professionalism for four months in 2019, and as the Social Manager for seven months in 2019. These roles contributed to his development in organizational management and professional skills.