PEPI: Senior Director, Operations & Manufacturing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement

Senior Director: Operations & Manufacturing

(OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results‑oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving the middle‑market and large‑cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies. Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues. We bring a structured and disciplined approach to create and capture value. We provide private equity clients with a broad continuum of knowledge and tools for cost improvements, transformations, mergers, acquisitions, and carve‑outs. A&M’s Operations professionals assist our clients in analyzing manufacturing operations, supply chain and distribution channels, procurement, SG&A operations, and sales force effectiveness for potential value creation opportunities and help drive them during our client’s ownership. From our thorough fact‑based analysis, we assess the state of operations, identify key risks to investment and quantify potential EBITDA improvement plans for the buyer and seller. The PEPI Operations group is a growing business targeting high growth in the next two to four years. We offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and leadership skills. The leadership team is focused on providing development opportunities, training, and exposure to international business assignments.

How You Will Contribute

• Performance Improvement Initiatives: Lead multifaceted manufacturing and supply chain engagement to evaluate, identify and implement operational and financial performance improvements to private equity‑owned businesses. This includes leading manufacturing performance improvement turnarounds and transformations as well as evaluating and implementing the following: manufacturing 4‑wall performance improvement strategies, factory footprint optimization, make‑vs‑buy strategies, pre‑acquisition operations due diligence, and others.
• Business Development: Drive business growth by delivering best‑in‑class client engagements and results, leveraging senior relationships, and collaborating with the global A&M PEPI team and other service lines to evaluate client needs, develop effective proposal and deliver on client commitments.
• Client Engagement: Advise private equity firms to ensure their portfolio companies have credible performance improvement programs and the capability to execute and deliver the required financial results across various industry sectors.

Essential Requirements

Previous advisory experience from a top‑tier strategy firm, leading specialist, niche advisory firm, or Big‑4 consultancy REQUIRED

• Experience: Minimum of 15 plus years of a successful track record with a blend of manufacturing operational and commercial skills, preferably with networks across the Private Equity community.
• Communication Skills: An effective communicator who can engage with leadership teams, both Private Equity and Portfolio company, in high‑pressure situations. Ability to build rapport and lasting relationships.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to evaluate cost reduction and revenue enhancement opportunities. Ability to quality check financial and operational models.
• Leadership: Experience in leading teams, managing multiple stakeholders, and driving results around executable solutions.
• Integrity: Driven by values and integrity, with the ability to build confidence and lead by example.
• Travel: regular travel, up to 80%.

Benefits and Compensation

The salary range is $175,000–$250,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details. A&M provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, disability coverage, a 401(k)‑retirement plan with discretionary contributions, paid time off, and parental leave. The company does not require or administer lie‑detector tests as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws.

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