Director, Portfolio Transformation
Location: Germany
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Regent: Regent is a global private holding company focused on investing in and transforming businesses across a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, technology, consumer products, retail, industrial, and media. Known for driving innovation and operational excellence, Regent partners with management teams to unlock long-term value.
As part of its expansion in Europe, Regent is seeking a Director, Portfolio Transformation to support the strategic and operational turnaround of its automotive platform in Germany.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Director, Portfolio Transformation to spearhead restructuring and performance improvement initiatives across Regent's automotive investments in Germany. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in operational and financial restructuring, ideally from a top-tier consulting or advisory firm, coupled with deep experience in the automotive or industrial sectors. This role reports to the Managing Director (Europe) and will work closely with local management teams and Regents global leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Transformation Initiatives: Design and execute comprehensive business transformation and turnaround strategies to drive profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
- Operational Assessment: Conduct deep-dive diagnostics into plant operations, supply chain, sales, and SG&A functions to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Financial Restructuring: Analyze balance sheet structures, cash flow, and working capital to identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as a bridge between Regent's leadership and portfolio company management, ensuring strategic alignment and execution.
- Project Leadership: Drive cross-functional projects with clear KPIs, timelines, and reporting mechanisms. Ensure delivery of cost, performance, and cultural transformation targets.
- M&A Integration Support: Provide operational and financial diligence on bolt-on acquisitions; support post-merger integration efforts.
- Change Management: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the portfolio companies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 8+ years of experience, with a strong background in business transformation, operational restructuring, or performance improvement.
- Previous experience at a top-tier restructuring consulting firm (e.g., AlixPartners, Alvarez & Marsal, Roland Berger Restructuring, PwC Deals / Restructuring).
- Strong finance background, ideally with experience in FP&A, investment banking, or private equity.
- Prior exposure to the automotive sector is strongly preferred; understanding of German Mittelstand dynamics is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- Fluent in German and English (both written and spoken).
- Proven ability to drive change in complex operational environments.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Executive-level communication and stakeholder management.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.