CareerPlan

Manager: Operations Group/Transformation Services (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$125k–$190k2026-08-07 → 2026-11-09
Based in United States

Core

Lead transformation services engagements for private equity portfolio companies to identify and implement high-impact opportunities for EBITDA and cash flow improvements.

Role type

Manager, Transformation Services (Private Equity Performance Improvement)

Builds

Performance improvement plans, cost reduction programs, organizational restructuring, and operational efficiency initiatives for PE portfolio companies.

Domain

Private Equity / Management Consulting / Operations Transformation

Required skills

Cost reduction program implementation, organizational restructuring, EBITDA improvement, margin management, sales & operations planning, supply chain optimization, SG&A cost reduction, workforce reduction execution, strategic recommendations, process improvement, KPI development

Preferred skills

Industry vertical depth (industrial, business services, distribution, consumer products, retail), Private Equity relationships, Professional services and industry dual experience, MBA from top-tier school

Technologies

None explicitly stated

Responsibilities

Structure and manage time-sensitive performance improvement projects, identify cost structure reduction opportunities, synthesize data to enhance operating efficiencies, implement workforce and role changes, develop strategic findings and recommendations.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities