Manufacturing Transformation MD — Strategy & Growth Lead

FTE Factory Advisors; Washington; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay-for-performance bonus

Job summary

Factory Advisors is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to lead strategic manufacturing transformation initiatives at the intersection of operational excellence and business strategy.

You will own the full client lifecycle, from business development through delivery leadership, partnering with the broader Factory Transformation organization to integrate Digital Transformation and Approachable AI solutions where they add value.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading multi-site manufacturing transformations.
• 15+ years in director-level leadership or 5+ years in VP with enterprise responsibility.
• Proven ability to translate operational strategy into executable roadmaps delivering measurable improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic manufacturing transformation initiatives across multiple sites.
• Manage business development, executive engagement, and client lifecycle.
• Deliver high-quality project leadership and change management.
• Collaborate with Digital Transformation and AI teams to integrate solutions.

Skills

Executive leadership

Lean manufacturing

Operations management

Strategic planning

Business development

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Factory Advisors is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to lead strategic manufacturing transformation initiatives at the intersection of operational excellence and business strategy.

You will own the full client lifecycle, from business development through delivery leadership, partnering with the broader Factory Transformation organization to integrate Digital Transformation and Approachable AI solutions where they add value.