Chad Brady

Transformational finance executive with a 20+ year track record leading strategic finance, procurement, and operations across global Fortune 500 companies, private equity environments, and high-growth retail. Known for aligning financial strategy with enterprise goals to unlock sustainable value and margin expansion. As a divisional CFO, CPO and executive leader, I’ve driven over $2B+ in savings and efficiency gains through enterprise cost transformation, strategic sourcing, zero-based budgeting, and FP&A optimization. My career spans key roles at Petco, Walmart, Express Scripts, Citi, and Fila, where I’ve partnered directly with CEOs, CIOs, COOs, and Boards to lead initiatives in M&A, capital optimization, ERP implementations, and cross-border operational excellence. Expert in P&L leadership, global procurement strategy, and supply chain finance, with proven results in consolidating shared services, restructuring cost bases, and leading high-impact FP&A teams. Known for navigating complex regulatory, financial, and operational challenges while building agile, high-performing teams that deliver results. Passionate about leveraging finance as a strategic growth lever—not just a control function. I bring a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making, stakeholder alignment, and long-term value creation in both private and public company settings.