Restructuring and Turnaround Services - Director (Value Creation)

Riveron; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Riveron is seeking a Director for its RTS Value Creation team in San Jose. You will lead operational and financial diagnostics to drive EBITDA and cash flow improvements, partnering with Private Equity sponsors and senior management to execute measurable value creation initiatives.

You will guide cross-functional efforts across manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and commercial functions, translating insights into actionable plans and mentoring the engagement teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in value creation, financial and/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 in partnership 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, including analysis of standard vs. actual costs and bills of material; 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

Operational finance

P&L management

Working capital

Inventory management

Cost restructuring

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Private equity liaison

Job description

Riveron is a business advisory firm focused on the office of the CFO, private equity, and other capital providers. Our Restructuring & Turnaround Services (RTS) team partners with companies and stakeholders to improve performance and drive enterprise value.

We are seeking a Director to join our RTS Value Creation team. This role leads operationally focused value creation initiatives for both underperforming and healthy businesses, with direct accountability for EBITDA and cash flow impact. Directors are expected to move quickly from assessment to execution, working alongside management teams to deliver measurable results.

Who You Are

• Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in value creation, financial and/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 in partnership 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
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience conducting or supporting Quality of Earnings (QoE) analyses and translating findings into operational value creation plans
  • Experience in shop floor or plant-level environments with the ability to engage credibly with operations leadership
  • Background as an operator (e.g., interim leadership or line management)
  • Experience in industrials, manufacturing, distribution, or business services sectors
  • MBA or advanced degree
  • Familiarity with leveraging data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance financial analysis, operational insights, and decision-making

What You'll Do

• 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, including analysis of standard vs. actual costs and bills of material
  • 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

Applications for this evergreen opportunity will be accepted through Dec 31, 2026.

About Riveron

At Riveron, we partner with clients—from global multinationals to high-growth private entities—to solve complex finance challenges, guided by our DELTA values: Drive, Excellence, Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability. Our entrepreneurial culture thrives on collaboration, diverse perspectives, and delivering exceptional outcomes. We are committed to fostering growth, both for our clients and our people, through mentorship, integrity, and a client-centric approach. This inclusive environment offers flexibility, progressive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for impactful work that supports well-being in and out of the office.

Riveron Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes that we are stronger together through our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full time roles are eligible for a full range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and PTO. A complete description of all available benefits can be found at Riveron's Benefits page at https://riveron.com/riveron-life/. Contract roles are not eligible for benefits.

Compensation Range: $190K - $265K