Manager: Operations Group/Transformation Services--Retail Sector Focus (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

$125,000 - $190,000/Yr

Alvarez & Marsal - New York, NY

Part-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Private Equity Performance Improvement Manager in the Operations Group/Transformation Services at Alvarez & Marsal focuses on enhancing operational performance for private equity firms, particularly within the retail sector. This role involves identifying high-impact opportunities for EBITDA and cash flow improvements, leveraging extensive consulting and industry expertise to drive performance enhancements and cost reductions. The position offers significant career advancement opportunities and exposure to international business assignments.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-impact opportunities for EBITDA and cash flow improvements across retail organizations.
• Implement performance improvement programs to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Redefine roles and responsibilities within client organizations to support performance goals.
• Establish supportive processes and execute workforce reductions as necessary.
• Synthesize insights from diverse data sources to inform strategic recommendations.
• Develop findings and make strategic recommendations based on thorough analysis in the consumer or retail sector.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of professional experience in the consumer retail industry, preferably in merchandising, supply/demand planning, or sourcing.
• Demonstrated success and in-depth knowledge in performance improvement within the consumer or retail sectors.
• Experience working with private equity firms or relationships is a plus, but not required.
• Hands-on experience in margin management, pricing strategies, product/SKU optimization, and supply chain management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in both professional services and industry is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Flexible spending and savings accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary contributions
• Paid time off including vacation and personal days
• Seventy-two (72) hours of sick time
• Ten federal holidays and one floating holiday
• Parental leave