Operations Transformation Associate

Alvarez & Marsal; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm seeking an Associate in Operations Group/Transformation Services (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS).

The role supports PEPI and broad private equity engagements focusing on performance improvement and cost reduction across portfolio companies. You will contribute to structuring improvement plans, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and delivering actionable recommendations, with emphasis on EBITDA growth and cash flow optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–4 years of professional industry or consulting experience implementing operating expense cost reduction programs.
• Depth in a particular industry vertical a plus (e.g., industrial, business services, distribution, consumer products and retail).

Responsibilities

• Structure a performance improvement plan and manage the process through to completion.
• Identify opportunities to significantly reduce cost structure by changing leadership, staffing, and back‑office functions.
• Synthesize insights from data, opinions or facts to enhance EBITDA and operating efficiencies.
• Implement programs to reduce cost structure, including role changes, processes, and workforce reductions.
• Develop findings and make strategic recommendations.
• Gain hands‑on experience through consulting projects in margin management, sales and operations planning, sourcing, or organizational restructuring.

Skills

Cost reduction

Consulting experience

Industry depth

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm seeking an Associate in Operations Group/Transformation Services (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS).

The role supports PEPI and broad private equity engagements focusing on performance improvement and cost reduction across portfolio companies. You will contribute to structuring improvement plans, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and delivering actionable recommendations, with emphasis on EBITDA growth and cash flow optimization.