Dave Flitman Steps Into Chief Executive Role at US Foods

US Foods Holding Corp., a major player in the foodservice distribution sector, has confirmed a significant leadership change. The company revealed that Dave Flitman will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer starting January 5, 2023, and will also join the US Foods Board of Directors. This appointment marks a pivotal moment for the organization as it seeks to maintain its competitive edge in the food distribution industry.

A Track Record Spanning 35+ Years in Food Distribution

Dave Flitman brings an impressive portfolio of leadership credentials to his new role. With more than three and a half decades of experience navigating the complexities of food distribution, supply chain management, and commercial operations, Flitman is well-positioned to advance US Foods’ strategic growth trajectory. His career has been marked by a consistent pattern of driving operational excellence across multiple sectors of the foodservice industry.

Before joining US Foods, Flitman served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Builders FirstSource, a position he held since April 2021. Prior to that role, he led BMC Stock Holdings as President and CEO until the merger with Builders FirstSource. His earlier tenure included serving as President and CEO of Performance Foodservice, which represented the largest segment within Performance Food Group—demonstrating his capability to manage substantial business units.

A Career Path of Progressive Leadership

The depth of Dave Flitman’s experience extends across several Fortune 500 companies and specialized business segments. From 2015 to 2018, his strategic direction shaped Performance Foodservice’s operations. His earlier positions included serving as Chief Operating Officer and President for Univar’s USA and Latin America divisions, a Senior Executive Vice President role at Nalco, and executive responsibilities at industry leaders like Ecolab, where he oversaw the Water and Process Services division as Executive Vice President and President. His career began at DuPont, where he spent two decades in diverse operational, commercial, and global business leadership capacities.

With Dave Flitman now confirmed as the permanent Chief Executive, Bob Dutkowsky transitions to assume the position of non-executive Chairman of the Board, effective the same date in January 2023. Andrew Iacobucci, who has served as interim CEO, will maintain leadership responsibilities until Flitman’s official start date, ensuring continuity during this transition period.