US FOODS HOLDING CORP (USFD)
Sector: Consumer Staples
John A. Tonnison
US FOODS HOLDING CORP - Executive Compensation
John A. Tonnison
Executive Vice President, Chief Information and Digital Officer
Executive Compensation
Biography
John A. Tonnison serves as Executive Vice President, Chief Information and Digital Officer at US Foods Holding Corp., where he leads the company's information technology strategy, digital transformation initiatives, and cybersecurity operations. With over 25 years of experience in IT leadership, Tonnison is responsible for leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational efficiency, drive customer-centric innovation, and support US Foods' position as a leading foodservice distributor. His role encompasses overseeing a global IT infrastructure that powers supply chain management, e-commerce platforms, and data analytics, ensuring seamless service delivery to more than 300,000 customers across North America. Prior to joining US Foods in 2021, Tonnison held the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at W.W. Grainger, Inc., where he spearheaded a multi-year digital transformation, including the migration to cloud-based systems and the implementation of AI-driven supply chain optimizations that improved inventory accuracy by over 20%. His earlier career included progressive leadership roles at Abbott Laboratories, where he managed global IT operations for the diagnostics division, and at General Electric, focusing on enterprise architecture and ERP implementations. Tonnison's achievements have consistently earned industry recognition, including being named a top CIO by CIO Magazine. Under Tonnison's guidance, US Foods has accelerated its digital agenda, launching advanced customer portals, predictive analytics tools for demand forecasting, and robust cybersecurity frameworks that have fortified resilience against evolving threats. His strategic vision emphasizes sustainable innovation, fostering a culture of agility and collaboration to position US Foods for long-term growth in the competitive foodservice industry.