Tim Cooper
About Tim Cooper
Tim Cooper serves as the Senior Director of Continuous Improvement at US Foods, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in logistics and operations management, having held various leadership roles at US Foods, GE, and Target, as well as serving in the US Army.
Current Role at US Foods
Tim Cooper serves as the Senior Director of Continuous Improvement at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing best practices across the organization. His leadership is instrumental in driving the supply chain organization’s achievement of strategic goals. He has also implemented an enterprise-wide standard operating framework across distribution centers, contributing to improved operational performance.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Before his current role, Tim Cooper worked at US Foods as Vice President of Operations from 2021 to 2022, and as Director of Operations from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he was based in Boca Raton, Florida, and Fort Mill, South Carolina, respectively. His experience in these positions involved overseeing operations and ensuring efficient supply chain management.
Experience at GE
Tim Cooper spent five years at GE, where he held two significant roles. From 2014 to 2019, he served as Regional Manager for Final Mile Delivery, and prior to that, he was Senior Manager of Consumer Service from 2010 to 2014. His roles at GE involved managing logistics and customer service operations, contributing to the company's overall efficiency.
Military Background
Tim Cooper has a strong military background, having served in the US Army from 2000 to 2006. He held various positions, including Tank Platoon Leader, Company Commander, and Logistics Officer. His military experience provided him with a solid foundation in logistics and operations management, which he has applied in his subsequent civilian roles.
Education and Expertise
Tim Cooper holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and received the Superintendent’s Award for Achievement. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from Florida State University, focusing on Business Administration and General Management. His educational background supports his expertise in logistics and operations management.