United Natural Foods
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · E Commerce, Food and Beverage, Food And Beverage
United Natural Foods, Inc. is a distributor of natural, organic, specialty, and conventional grocery and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company offers food and non-food products, including produce, bulk, refrigerated and frozen, food service, natural health and beauty, dietary supplements, personal care items, and general merchandise, as well as home, health, and beauty car
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Providence, Rhode Island, United States
- Employees
- 25,600
- Industries
- E Commerce, Food and Beverage, Food And Beverage
- Status
- Public (UNFI)
- Website
- www.unfi.com
- Company page
Recent activity at United Natural Foods
- : SEC 8-K (8.01):
- : United Natural Foods Appoints Matteo Tarditi as Chief Operating Officer and Louis Martin as Chief Commercial Officer
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On July 7, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. appointed Giorgio Matteo Tarditi as President and Chief Operating Officer and Louis Martin as Chief Commercial Officer, effective August 3, 2026. Additionally, Alfredo Luchini was appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective August 10, 2026. Luchini comes from Carrier Climate Solutions Americas, where he served as CFO since January 2024. His compensation includes an annual salary of $800,000 with a potential cash bonus and equity awards valued at $2,000,000, alongside a $1,500,000 sign-on equity award and a $150,000 cash sign-on bonus. These changes in executive leadership are likely aimed at strengthening the company's operations and strategic direction.
- : SEC 8-K (1.01):
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On June 18, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. (the 'Company') and its affiliates, including SUPERVALU INC. and UNFI Wholesale, Inc. (referred to collectively as the 'Borrowers'), entered into Amendment No. 5 to the existing Term Loan Agreement. This amendment, facilitated by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as the administrative and collateral agent, involves a repricing of the Borrowers' approximately $371 million outstanding term loan. The transaction marks a significant restructuring of their debt arrangements, aiming to optimize the Company's financial leverage. This agreement may provide strategic flexibility for the Borrowers moving forward.
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On April 1, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including SUPERVALU INC., entered into an amended and restated loan agreement, known as the Amended and Restated ABL Loan Agreement. This agreement provides for a secured asset-based revolving credit facility of up to $2,400 million, including a $100 million sublimit for Canadian dollar borrowings. The agreement allows for an additional increase of up to $750 million, contingent upon lender commitments. The facility amends an existing $2,600 million credit line and introduces favorable borrowing terms linked to the Term SOFR and Base Rate benchmarks, with significant implications for the company’s liquidity and financial flexibility through 2031.
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On April 1, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. entered into an amended and restated loan agreement with SUPERVALU INC., UNFI Wholesale, Inc., and UNFI Distribution Company, LLC, collectively referred to as the Borrowers. This agreement establishes a secured asset-based revolving credit facility under which the Borrowers can access up to $2.4 billion, including a $100 million sublimit for borrowings in currencies other than U.S. Dollars. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. acts as the administrative agent for the lenders involved in this financing arrangement, significantly enhancing the company's financial flexibility and capacity for operational funding.
- : SEC 8-K (2.02): On March 10, 2026, United Natural Foods, Inc. reported its financial results for the second fiscal quarter ending January 31, 2026. The results indicate the company's operational performance and earnings metrics for the period, and a press release accompanies the filing, highlighting key financial figures. This disclosure is crucial for stakeholders, as it provides insights into the company's financial health and forecasts for future quarters. The company will also provide an investor presentation along with supplemental materials accessible through its Investors section on the website.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): At the Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on December 16, 2025, United Natural Foods, Inc. (the 'Company') witnessed significant board changes and approved the Fifth Amended and Restated 2020 Equity Incentive Plan, increasing the total shares available under the plan by 1,500,000. A total of 52,435,279 shares were voted on various proposals, including the election of new directors for the next term. The stockholders elected Lynn S. Blake and others as directors, and ratified KPMG LLP as independent auditors for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the stockholders endorsed the executive compensation on an advisory basis, showcasing their support for leadership structures. These events are strategic as they ensure continuity and align with the company's growth objectives.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): At the Annual Meeting of Stockholders on December 16, 2025, United Natural Foods, Inc. approved the Fifth Amended and Restated 2020 Equity Incentive Plan. This amendment includes an increase of 1,500,000 shares available for issuance under the plan. The detailed terms and conditions of this plan can be found in the Definitive Proxy Statement filed on November 5, 2025. The approval of this plan indicates a strategic move to enhance stockholder engagement and incentivize performance through equity compensation.
Leadership
- Rameshwar Balanagu, Chief Enterprise Architect -Office of the CTO
- Louis Martin, Chief Commercial Officer
- Matteo Tarditi, President
- Jenny Lang, Talent Acquisition Partner
- Lyndsey Macleod, Talent Acquisition Partner
- David Best, Chief Executive Officer
- JJ Schlangen, President
- Andre Persaud, Chief Executive Officer
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Employee benefit plans
United Natural Foods files 8 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
United Natural Foods in the news
- United Natural Foods Recognizes Grocery Retailers at 2025 Holiday and Winter Selling Show - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Jul 17, 2025)
- United Natural Foods Expands Northeast Distribution Center Network - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Oct 04, 2022)
- United Natural Foods Releases Updated Selling Show 2024 Schedule - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Jan 04, 2024)
- United Natural Foods Announces the Elevation of Two Leaders to Better Align Teams to Drive its Customer Centric Strategy and Transformation Plan - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Mar 22, 2023)
- UNFI Adopts Emerging Transportation Technology to Reduce Emissions - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (May 05, 2021)
- UNFI Wraps Up One of its Largest Customer and Supplier Events of the Year, Helping Retailers Prepare for 2022 Holiday Season - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Jul 21, 2022)
- UNFI’s Risk and Safety Team Recognized as Gold Winner in 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Oct 28, 2020)
- United Natural Foods Celebrates Retailers at 2025 Spring and Summer Selling Show - United Natural Foods, Inc. - Investor Relations (Feb 13, 2025)
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About United Natural Foods: questions and answers
What does United Natural Foods do?
United Natural Foods, Inc. is a distributor of natural, organic, specialty, and conventional grocery and non-food products in the United States and Canada. The company offers food and non-food products, including produce, bulk, refrigerated and frozen, food service, natural health and beauty, dietary supplements, personal care items, and general merchandise, as well as home, health, and beauty car
Where is United Natural Foods headquartered?
United Natural Foods is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
How many employees does United Natural Foods have?
United Natural Foods has about 25,600 employees.
Who leads United Natural Foods?
Matteo Tarditi is a President at United Natural Foods.
What is the latest news on United Natural Foods?
On Sep 08, 2026, SEC 8-K (8.01):
Is United Natural Foods a public company?
Yes. United Natural Foods is publicly traded under the ticker UNFI.
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