Senior Associate: Operations Group--Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCA[...] - Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH

Senior Associate: Operations Group--Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), a leading independent global professional services firm specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement, and corporate advisory services, is seeking to expand its Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) – Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space (ADAS) team in various locations throughout the U.S. Our firm excels in problem solving and value creation, drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on approach.

Our PEPI services include:

• Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space
• Transformation Services
• Interim Management
• M&A Services
• Supply Chain
• CFO Services

The industry has recently faced unprecedented challenges. Delivering results in the new global operating environment is not only a matter of operating performance improvement but also a matter of financial solvency and national security. Our diverse platform of experts includes ADAS industry leaders and functional SMEs in engineering, data science, finance, operations, and other areas, making A&M the partner of choice when a generic approach to problem solving is simply not enough.

Professional experience:

• Leading teams through time-sensitive projects by structuring a performance improvement plan and managing the process through to completion
• Synthesizing meaningful insights from data, facts, and discussions with clients
• Developing findings and making strategic recommendations
• Working with clients directly to implement strategic and operational recommendations
• Hands-on, relevant experience through consulting or industry projects in several of the following areas:
  • Direct and indirect cost transparency
  • Margin management, pricing, product rationalization
  • Sales & marketing effectiveness, processes, incentives
  • Sales and operations planning
  • Sourcing and global supply chain
  • Operations management and productivity improvement
  • Manufacturing experience in fabrication or assembly environments
  • Footprint optimization
  • Emerging technologies in engineering and manufacturing
  • ERP and IT/OT ecosystems
  • Human capital / organizational structure design and effectiveness
  • Process improvement
  • SG&A cost reduction
  • Management Operating Systems
  • Change Management
  • 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, drive, and critical thinking skills
• Intellectual curiosity and passion for developing new skillsets
• Entrepreneurial mindset and excited to develop new capabilities and client relationships
• Ability to deliver results on-time and on-quality under time pressure
• Flexible, creative thinking

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required due to client requirements for some of our work related to Aerospace & Defense
• 4-7+ years of relevant work experience
• Flexibility to travel up to 80% of the time
• Previous professional consulting / operations experience with a recognized strategy consulting firm or Aerospace, Defense, Aviation, or Space related firm preferred
• Depth in Aerospace, Defense, Aviation, or Space preferred
• Recent project leadership experiences
• Experience working with PE and/or PE relationships a PLUS (personal or professional), especially related to Aerospace, Defense, Aviation & Space

The salary range is $100,000 - $170,000 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.

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, and parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can 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 the main reasons our people love working at A&M.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment without discrimination based on protected characteristics.