Private Equity Performance Improvement Operations Manager

Crowe; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 123,500 - 197,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Career growth support

Flexible work environment

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Operations Manager to enhance clients' performance improvement strategies. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years in operations management, with a strong focus on Lean Six Sigma methodologies. The position demands exceptional communication skills and the ability to analyze complex client data. Responsibilities include collaborating with private equity firms and delivering results internationally. Candidates must be open to traveling extensively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in operations management.
• Previous experience with Private Equity clients/firm is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with private equity firms to analyze value-creation strategies.
• Create executive-level deliverables to support client decision-makers.
• Travel 80% - 100% for client engagements.

Skills

Operations Management

Lean Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Overview

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description

As an Operations Manager within Crowe’s Performance Improvement department in the Strategy & Transaction Advisory practice, you’ll help lead our clients through the analysis and implementation of operational excellence and performance improvement initiatives within portfolio companies, including EBITDA, synergies, and enterprise value capture.

Responsibilities

• Engage with private equity firms and corporate leaders to analyze and execute value-creation strategies and operational improvement initiatives
• Work in a client-facing role, engage with client teams to uncover synergy and functional area solutions; execute deal strategies and performance improvement
• Utilize a holistic approach to identify business improvement opportunities, develop solutions, manage initiatives, and identify the resources and various disciplines needed to execute the process
• Communicate professionally, including creating executive-level deliverables to support client decision-makers
• Deliver results in a highly visible role on-site at our clients, across the U.S. and possibly internationally
• Leverage the flexibility of Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Improvement tools to enhance productivity
• Highly adaptable, assertive, and open to new challenges in a fast-paced environment. This person will have significant independence to define and deliver the work required to make our clients successful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a relevant field is required; Master’s degree is advantageous
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in operations management, including areas such as manufacturing (including Lean Six Sigma/continuous improvement), operations strategy, footprint optimization (manufacturing/distribution networks), supply chain, SIOP (sales, inventory, operations planning)
• Previous experience with Private Equity clients/firm (M&A deals) especially in Manufacturing & Distribution is a plus
• Experience with leading cross-functional collaboration with project teams and stakeholders, proven ability to build consensus across teams and stakeholders
• Ability to complete detailed assessments of manufacturing and distribution operations (footprint/network) and implement improvements, specifically for productivity increase and operating cost reduction
• Ability to creatively solve problems and analyze client data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as evidenced by the ability to articulate complex technical concepts and business impacts to diverse audiences, including executives and stakeholders
• Advanced analytical skills with high proficiency in MS Excel is required (Power BI or Tableau experience is a plus)
• Ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment
• Ability to interact with the internal management team and external client contacts using strong leadership and communication skills
• Must be willing to travel 80% - 100%
• Preferred Locations: Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX; Nashville, TN; Boston, MA

Compensation & Location

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $123,500.00 - $197,500.00 per year.

Benefits & Growth

Our Benefits: Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow: We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

More about Crowe: Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country’s best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance

Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Crowe LLP does not sponsor for work authorization at this time. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Additional Information

Notes: The wage range and location details are provided for compensation transparency. Crowe is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in applying and require accommodation, please visit our Applicant Assistance and Accommodations page for more information: https://careers.crowe.com/crowe-applicant-assistance-and-accommodation