Conor Bruen
About Conor Bruen
Conor Bruen is a seasoned professional in strategy and analytics, currently serving as Sr. Director of Strategy at US Foods. He has extensive experience across various roles in prominent firms, including Bain & Company and Bank of America, and holds an MBA from Northwestern University.
Current Role at US Foods
Conor Bruen serves as the Senior Director of Strategy at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads strategic initiatives and collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team. His responsibilities include overseeing projects that span local and national sales, operations, and enterprise strategy. Bruen's extensive background in analytics and strategy supports his contributions to the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Before his current role, Bruen worked at US Foods as the Director of Strategy from 2021 to 2023 and as the Senior Manager of Strategy from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he was involved in leading projects that enhanced operational efficiency and strategic alignment across various corporate functions. His experience at US Foods provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the foodservice industry.
Education and Expertise
Conor Bruen earned his MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he studied Marketing and Finance from 2015 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Notre Dame, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and strategic decision-making.
Career Background in Consulting and Finance
Bruen has significant experience in consulting and finance. He worked at Bain & Company from 2017 to 2020, progressing from Consultant to Case Team Leader. His role involved extensive acquisition due diligence and execution. Prior to Bain, he served as a Quantitative Finance Analyst at Bank of America, where he completed the Quantitative Management Associate Program and developed advanced analytics tools.
Internship Experience
In addition to his full-time roles, Bruen has held multiple internships. He has been an MBA Intern in Fixed Income at Neuberger Berman since 2016 and an MBA Intern in Strategy & Corporate Development at Uptake during the same period. He also interned in Proprietary Trading at WH Trading LLC starting in 2010. These internships have provided him with diverse experiences in finance and strategy.