Danilo Bilton

About Danilo Bilton

Forward-thinking Global Finance Executive and Board Member with extensive global experience driving business transformation, profitability, and growth for public and private equity portfolio companies. Proven expertise in strategic planning, M&A, and financial analysis, including forecasting, valuation, and cash management. I leverage deep knowledge of USGAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and ERP implementations (SAP/HFM) to optimize financial operations.My global footprint spans North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. This has honed my ability to navigate diverse regulatory landscapes and cultural nuances, particularly in supply chain optimization, tax optimization, and trade compliance.At Littelfuse, a $2.5 billion revenue public company with operations in over 15 countries, including key markets in the US, Mexico, Germany, Lithuania, China, and the Philippines, I drove commercial vehicle business transformation, boosting operating margins through strategic product pruning and cost initiatives. I also led global finance for multiple business units and assessed M&A opportunities.As CFO at Swift Prepared Foods, I supported rapid growth, scaling sales from $1.6B to $3.5B through organic expansion and acquisitions. I spearheaded the SAP S/4HANA implementation and oversaw the construction of a $200M Italian Meats facility.At Grupo BIG (Walmart Brazil), I led a comprehensive business transformation, including an e-commerce launch and a successful IFRS conversion, culminating in an IPO filing with no regulatory comments. I managed financial reporting, due diligence, and the eventual sale to Carrefour.My tenure at General Motors International, GM’s global operations including South America, the Middle East, South Korea, Europe, Japan, and Australia, showcased my ability to deliver results in challenging markets. As Regional CFO in Chile, I executed a turnaround from -$15M to +$7M EBIT. As CFO in Ecuador, I managed $0.6B in sales and led major manufacturing restructuring. In Brazil, I oversaw a $0.9B budget for labor and indirect materials.My experience at DuPont, PepsiCo, and Deloitte established a strong foundation in global financial reporting, process optimization, and compliance. This enables me to deliver financial excellence by streamlining operations, ensuring adherence to standards (USGAAP/IFRS, SOX), and simplifying business globally. I consistently drive financial control, integrate acquisitions, and implement ERP systems, fostering sustainable growth.

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Chemelex

   Jul 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Brookfield Portfolio Company

Education

• University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

  Executive Education, Leadership with Impact

  2016 — 2017