PEPI: Director, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Director, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing

(OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action‑ and results‑oriented professionals in more than 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 that engage A&M to improve operating results at their portfolio companies. Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote deep functional skills and experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients’ business issues. PEPI Services Supply Chain Transformation Services Manufacturing Operations Improvement Interim Management M&A Services CFO Services Logistics and Distribution Integrated Demand and Supply Planning A&M’s Supply Chain professionals assist our clients in analyzing each part of the supply chain process—including strategic sourcing and procurement, logistics and distribution, and integrated demand and supply planning—to identify value‑creation opportunities, develop a roadmap, and help drive results to our client’s bottom line. We assess the state of the supply chain, identify key risks to investment, and quantify potential EBITDA improvement plans. How You Will Contribute Gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s procurement organization and strategic sourcing capabilities Develop and implement sourcing strategies that meet growth and financial objectives through effective integration with forecasting, demand/supply planning, inventory management, and distribution & logistics Lead supplier identification, approval, contract/pricing negotiations and vendor relations Develop implementation plans to drive proposed changes in procurement and sourcing initiatives Conduct or lead analysis by project scope, ensuring timely, high‑quality delivery Professional Skills Strong written, oral, and analytical skills Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills Structured project management (time, team, and work‑stream management) Initiative and drive Critical thinking skills Ability to deliver time‑pressed projects on time and on quality Flexible and creative thinking Client relationship building Excellent presentation skills Qualifications 10–15+ years of combined consulting and/or industry operating experience Previous advisory experience from a top‑tier strategy firm or Big‑4 consultancy (REQUIRED) Deep industry expertise in direct materials such as steel, resin, commodity chemicals, packaging, food/beverage, automotive, textiles, solvents, plastics, polymers, adhesives, pulp, and IT Preference for industry roles within sourcing and procurement functions within manufacturing companies MBA preferred Experience working for or with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies, focusing on managing direct and/or indirect categories Demonstrated track record of leading sustainable high‑impact strategic sourcing approaches Exemplary experience designing end‑to‑end procurement strategies Excellent fact‑gathering and analytical skills, including business process mapping and quantitative analysis Flexibility to travel up to 80% of the time Salary Range $150,000–$225,000 annually, dependent on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal’s practice provides and promotes 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. Unsolicited Resumes We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters 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 the applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alvarez & Marsal