US Foods has named Pietro Satriano its president and chief executive officer, effective Monday, July 13. Satriano previously held the role of chief merchandising officer. John Lederer, the company’s former president and CEO, will continue as an advisor to US Foods and its board of directors. Steve Guberman, who previously held the role of senior vice president of merchandising and marketing operations, will take on the role of chief merchandising officer.Pietro Satriano

“Pietro is a proven leader whose business experience and strategic vision will be perfect for this next phase of US Foods’ evolution,” Ed Liddy, chairman of the US Foods board of directors, said in a press release. “We want to thank John for guiding the company through its incredible transformation over the past five years. His passion and dedication have been the driving force in setting the company on its path of becoming a truly great American food company that is perfectly positioned for growth.”

“It has been a remarkable ride at US Foods and I’m grateful to have led such a talented group of employees,” said Lederer. “I can say without a doubt that Pietro is absolutely the right person to take this company forward.”Steve Guberman

“I am not aware of a company that is more enthusiastic and passionate about serving its customers across America, and I’m honored to be chosen as its new leader,” Satriano said.  “Our focus on bringing innovation and differentiation to the foodservice marketplace has given us tremendous momentum. I look forward to working with the senior leadership and all of our employees across the organization to fully realize the potential of our Food. Food People. Easy. strategy.”

Prior to joining US Foods in 2011, Satriano was president of LoyaltyOne Canada, the company behind AirMiles, Canada’s largest consumer loyalty reward program in which two-thirds of households are active. Previously, he was executive vice president of Loblaw Brands at Loblaw Cos. where he was responsible for its complete range of private brands.

“Steve has played an integral role in the implementation of all nationally led merchandising strategies and initiatives, and he is very well positioned for success as our Chief Merchandising Officer,” said Pietro Satriano, president and chief executive officer, US Foods.  “Steve brings a unique customer-oriented perspective to his role, as he began his career in restaurant management.  His leadership as well as his passion for excellent customer service and innovation will undoubtedly help us to fully realize the potential of our Food. Food People. Easy. strategy.”

Guberman brings over 30 years of industry experience to his new role. In his previous position he was responsible for the deployment and adoption of a range of merchandising and marketing strategies designed to accelerate profitable sales growth and help customers win.

Guberman joined US Foods as part of the Kraft/Alliant Foodservice organization in 1991, accumulating a wide breadth of leadership experience in sales, procurement, marketing, national accounts and category management before taking on the role of president of the US Foods Houston Division in 2006.

“I am very pleased and excited to take on this role as we launch this next phase of US Foods as an even stronger force in the foodservice industry,” Guberman said.  “I’ve had the chance to meet and talk with our customers and I know they count on US Foods to provide innovative products and services that help their businesses succeed.  I'm grateful to work with such a talented team and am looking forward to building on the foundation of innovation that helps our customers win.”