Director, Value Creation & Turnaround (EBITDA Growth)

Riveron; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Riveron is seeking a Director to join our RTS Value Creation team. This role leads operationally focused value creation initiatives with direct accountability for EBITDA and cash flow impact, moving quickly from assessment to execution alongside management teams to deliver measurable results.

The Director will partner with executive leadership, Boards, lenders, and Private Equity sponsors to align on value creation plans and drive cross-functional initiatives across supply chain, manufacturing,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in value creation, financial or operational consulting, or performance improvement.
• Proven track record leading EBITDA and cash flow improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to move from diagnostic to detailed design, execution, and measurement of improvement initiatives.
• Deep operational finance expertise, including P&L management, working capital optimization, inventory management, and cost structure redesign.
• Experience identifying and executing value creation opportunities with Private Equity sponsors.
• Experience leading cross-functional operational initiatives across supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, and commercial functions.
• Ability to operate effectively in time-sensitive, high-intensity environments.
• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational and financial diagnostics to identify key performance drivers, including detailed financial and variance analysis.
• Identify, quantify, and prioritize EBITDA and cash flow improvement opportunities.
• Develop actionable, bottom-up improvement plans with clear KPIs and milestones.
• Drive implementation of cost optimization and performance initiatives with full ownership through execution.
• Partner with executive leadership, Boards, lenders, and Private Equity sponsors to align on value creation plans.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across: COGS and SG&A optimization; Manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement improvement; Customer, product, and SKU profitability; Pricing and commercial effectiveness; Working capital optimization and cash management.
• Translate financial and operational insights into actionable strategies and execution plans that drive measurable value.
• Manage and mentor engagement teams while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Support business development efforts and sponsor communications.

Skills

Value creation

EBITDA improvement

Operating finance

P&L management

Working capital optimization

Inventory management

Cost structure redesign

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Private Equity experience

Education

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Riveron is seeking a Director to join our RTS Value Creation team. This role leads operationally focused value creation initiatives with direct accountability for EBITDA and cash flow impact, moving quickly from assessment to execution alongside management teams to deliver measurable results.

The Director will partner with executive leadership, Boards, lenders, and Private Equity sponsors to align on value creation plans and drive cross-functional initiatives across supply chain, manufacturing,