David Brady
Retired, RVP Operations at WESCO Distribution
David P. Brady is a seasoned Senior Manager with extensive experience in the distribution and supply chain sectors. He is recently retired from WESCO Distribution Inc, a Fortune 200 company with revenues exceeding $20B, where he held roles as RVP Operations, Director Supply Chain, Corporate Operations Controller and Group Controller over an eighteen year career.
David's career at WESCO began in 2005 as Group Operations Controller, where he managed Canadian financial operations and compliance. His role expanded to Corporate Operations Controller in 2010, providing financial oversight and driving operational policies. In 2014, he became the Director of Supply Chain for WESCO Canada, overseeing national distribution centers and procurement operations.
Before joining WESCO, David held key roles at TRI-ED Inc., leading operations and IT functions, and at various other companies in materials and operations management. He has a proven track record of financial stewardship, efficiency-focused leadership, and data-informed decision-making.
David's academic credentials include a Ph.D. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, an MBA and BBA from Schulich School of Business (York University), and certifications as a CPA (Ontario) and CMA (Ontario). He is also trained in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
With a career dedicated to operational excellence and financial management, David is a distinguished leader in the industrial distribution market, known for his ability to drive transformation and deliver results.