Tracy Papurello, MBA
About Tracy Papurello, MBA
Tracy Papurello, MBA, serves as the Area Director of Finance at US Foods in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in finance roles at Menasha Packaging, she specializes in Commercial Finance and ERP Transformation, focusing on strategies that enhance business growth and profitability.
Work at US Foods
Tracy Papurello has been serving as the Area Director of Finance at US Foods since 2023. Located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategies within the organization. Her role involves collaborating with various teams to enhance financial performance and support business objectives. Tracy's experience in finance and her leadership skills contribute to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Menasha Packaging
Before joining US Foods, Tracy Papurello held multiple finance-related positions at Menasha Packaging. She worked as Controller for the Yukon Complex from 2008 to 2012 and then transitioned to the Controller role at the Western PA Complex from 2012 to 2016. Following this, she served as Finance Director for Strategic Projects from 2016 to 2018, and then as Finance Director for East Operations from 2018 to 2020. Her final role at Menasha was Finance Director for East Commercial and Operations from 2020 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Tracy Papurello holds an MBA from Duquesne University, where she studied Accounting and International Business. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh, with concentrations in Accounting and Economics. Her educational background supports her expertise in Commercial Finance and ERP Transformation, focusing on financial strategies that enhance business growth and profitability.
Skills in Change Management
Tracy demonstrates strong skills in Change Management, effectively guiding organizations through transitions and transformations. Her ability to build collaborative environments is known to maximize company results through relationship-building and teamwork. This skill set is critical in her roles, especially in finance, where adaptability and strategic planning are essential.
Collaborative Financial Strategies
In her professional career, Tracy has partnered with senior leadership, including the Senior VP for East Sales and the VP of Sales and Operations, to achieve customer gross profit goals. Her collaborative approach involves working closely with both Sales and Operations teams to develop financial strategies that align with business objectives and support overall profitability.