Keith Knight
Clayton,GA
Summary
Accomplished executive with extensive experience in managing complex operations across diverse markets. Demonstrated ability to achieve significant sales and EBITDA growth while leading teams through transformational changes, committed to delivering impactful business outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Knight Advisement LLC
Clayton, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in project management by organizing timelines and tracking deliverables to ensure timely completion.
- Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges with strategic recommendations.
Senior Vice President of Special Projects
US Foods
Clayton, GA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Led strategic response efforts for strike management in Chicago, maintaining full operational capacity throughout labor disruption.
- Led integration of key acquisition in Tennessee, conducting due diligence, planning, communication, and installation of management of independent foodservice distributor. Worked with prior ownership using key integration specialists.
Region President
US Foods
Atlanta, GA
01.2008 - 12.2023
- Achieved significant sales and EBITDA growth across 35 consumer markets in southeast, southwest, and midwest regions. Managed full P&L responsibilities for broadline foodservice, optimizing performance and profitability. Delivered consistent results through strategic oversight and effective market engagement.
- Oversaw team efforts during six significant business transformations, encompassing acquisitions, mergers, facility openings, and closures.
- Led supply chain management as interim Chief Supply Chain Officer for two six-month periods, ensuring continuity during executive changes.
Division President
US Foodservice
Atlanta, GA
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Drove EBITDA growth from $3 million to $32 million over five years through strategic sales expansion and effective leadership development.
- Acquired expertise in managing complex business operations to facilitate future growth opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Transportation Logistics
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12-1983
Skills
- Client engagement
- Strategic issue analysis
- Team development
- Project management
- Project planning and prioritization
- Strategic business analysis
Timeline
Consultant
Knight Advisement LLC
08.2024 - Current
Senior Vice President of Special Projects
US Foods
01.2024 - 07.2024
Region President
US Foods
01.2008 - 12.2023
Division President
US Foodservice
01.2003 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Transportation Logistics
University of Tennessee