Josh Allen

Josh Allen is a seasoned professional in the food service and purchasing industry, currently serving as the Manager of Food Sourcing CoP at Premier Inc. since November 2024. Prior to this role, Josh held the position of Purchasing Manager at FS Food Group from June 2018 to November 2024, where responsibilities included sourcing and developing purchasing contracts for 16 locations while ensuring compliance with approved suppliers. Earlier experience includes serving as a Category Manager at FreshPoint, Inc., focusing on contract purchasing and quality control for various product categories, and extensive leadership roles at Outback Steakhouse, where Josh was involved in staff development and curriculum design. Educational achievements include a Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management and an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University.