Alvarez & Marsal
PEPI: Director, Operations Group—Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space (OPEN TO A
Alvarez & Marsal, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Director, Operations Group—Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space
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About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies. Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients’ business issues.
Our PEPI services include:
Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space
Transformation Services
Manufacturing Operations Improvement
Interim Management
M&A Services
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We are seeking individuals that can assist in delivering large, complex client engagements by working closely with ADAS leadership to help identify, design, and implement creative business solutions.
Responsibilities
Lead teams through time‑sensitive projects by structuring performance improvement plans and managing the process through to completion.
Synthesize meaningful insights from data, facts and discussions with clients.
Develop findings and make strategic recommendations.
Work with clients directly to implement strategic and operational recommendations.
Hands‑on experience through consulting projects or engagement in areas such as direct and indirect cost transparency, margin management, pricing, sales & marketing effectiveness, sourcing, global supply chain, operations management, organizational structure, process improvement, SG&A cost reduction, working capital and cash management.
Professional Skills
Strong written, oral and analytical skills.
Sharp data analytics skills (data science, business intelligence, data visualization, etc.).
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Structured project management (time, team and workstream management).
Initiative and drive.
Critical thinking skills.
Ability to deliver results on‑time and on‑quality under time pressure.
Flexible and creative thinking.
Client relationship building.
Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship required due to client requirements for some of our work related to Aerospace & Defense.
10+ years of relevant work experience.
Previous professional consulting/operations experience with a recognized strategy consulting firm required.
Flexibility to travel up to 80% of the time.Depth in Aerospace, Defense or Aviation preferred.
Recent project leadership experiences.
Experience working with PE and/or PE relationships a plus (personal or professional).
Your Journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑note training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well‑being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‑performing and passionate professionals.
Salary range: $150,000–$225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters are not accepted unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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Director, Operations Group—Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space
role at
Alvarez & Marsal
About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies. Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients’ business issues.
Our PEPI services include:
Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space
Transformation Services
Manufacturing Operations Improvement
Interim Management
M&A Services
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We are seeking individuals that can assist in delivering large, complex client engagements by working closely with ADAS leadership to help identify, design, and implement creative business solutions.
Responsibilities
Lead teams through time‑sensitive projects by structuring performance improvement plans and managing the process through to completion.
Synthesize meaningful insights from data, facts and discussions with clients.
Develop findings and make strategic recommendations.
Work with clients directly to implement strategic and operational recommendations.
Hands‑on experience through consulting projects or engagement in areas such as direct and indirect cost transparency, margin management, pricing, sales & marketing effectiveness, sourcing, global supply chain, operations management, organizational structure, process improvement, SG&A cost reduction, working capital and cash management.
Professional Skills
Strong written, oral and analytical skills.
Sharp data analytics skills (data science, business intelligence, data visualization, etc.).
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Structured project management (time, team and workstream management).
Initiative and drive.
Critical thinking skills.
Ability to deliver results on‑time and on‑quality under time pressure.
Flexible and creative thinking.
Client relationship building.
Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship required due to client requirements for some of our work related to Aerospace & Defense.
10+ years of relevant work experience.
Previous professional consulting/operations experience with a recognized strategy consulting firm required.
Flexibility to travel up to 80% of the time.Depth in Aerospace, Defense or Aviation preferred.
Recent project leadership experiences.
Experience working with PE and/or PE relationships a plus (personal or professional).
Your Journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑note training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well‑being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‑performing and passionate professionals.
Salary range: $150,000–$225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters are not accepted unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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