Director - Private Equity (Performance Improvement) - GEP Worldwide : Job Details

Company Overview

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client's success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximize their impact on business operations, strategy, and financial performance. That's just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We're focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We're a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

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GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team. GEP is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

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As a Director, Consulting – Private Equity, Performance Improvement, you will lead high-impact projects that drive operational efficiencies and cost optimization across portfolio companies. You will work closely with private equity firms and executive leadership to identify value creation opportunities, implement strategic initiatives, and enhance overall performance. This role requires a deep understanding of procurement, supply chain, and operational improvement strategies, particularly in time-sensitive and high-stakes environments.

• Value Creation & Operational Excellence: Lead performance improvement initiatives across private equity portfolio companies, optimizing costs, processes, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Procurement & Sourcing Strategies: Identify savings opportunities, negotiate with key suppliers, and implement procurement best practices to enhance EBITDA.
• Transformation & Change Management: Drive operational transformations, focusing on procurement, working capital improvement, and cost reduction strategies.
• Stakeholder & Client Management: Engage with private equity clients, C-suite executives, and operational teams to align initiatives with business objectives.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage analytics and market insights to assess procurement and operational opportunities, presenting clear recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, operations, and procurement teams to drive holistic performance improvements.
• Due Diligence & Assessments: Support private equity firms in pre-deal and post-merger integration activities, evaluating procurement and supply chain efficiencies.

• 12+ years of consulting or mix of consulting & industry experience with a strong focus on procurement, supply chain, and operational improvements.
• Deep expertise in private equity environments, particularly in performance improvement initiatives across portfolio companies.
• Proven track record of driving cost reductions, operational efficiencies, and EBITDA improvements.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with experience optimizing indirect and direct spend.
• Experience with digital procurement tools and data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, including working with C-suite executives and investors.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred.

• Work with leading private equity firms and top-tier portfolio companies.
• Play a pivotal role in high-impact, transformational initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.