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Performance & Cost Improvement Consultant

$95.6k - $188.4k

Deloitte

Position Summary Performance & Cost Improvement Consultant Deloitte’s Performance & Cost Improvement (P&CI) team helps clients reduce costs, improve margins, and strengthen cash flow. As a Performance & Cost Improvement Consultant, you will turn analysis into practical recommendations that support transformation. Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026. Work you'll do As a Performance & Cost Improvement Consultant on the P&CI team, you will be responsible for… Analyze financial and operational data to identify cost, margin, and cash flow opportunities.Support operations improvement, operating model transformation, non-labor optimization, and process redesign.Build business cases, pricing analyses, and financial models.Track workplans, milestones, and deliverables.Prepare client materials, support implementation, and contribute to proposals and practice initiatives. A successful candidate would possess these skills: Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a teamEffective written and verbal communication skillsMeticulous attention to detail and quality of work productAbility to build and sustain professional relationshipsAbility to lead projects or workstreamsAbility to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentStrong interpersonal skills and professional demeanorAbility to meet deadlinesAbility to provide clear guidance to others The team PI&R defines and leads enterprise Board and C-suite agendas for non-distressed, underperforming, and distressed clients to improve margins and operational and financial performance, navigate financial difficulties, and improve cash flow to fund critical transformations. The P&CI team helps clients identify, evaluate, and implement enterprise-wide cost reduction and margin improvement opportunities. The global practice includes more than 9,000 cost transformation practitioners, with experience across industries, deep sector knowledge, and industry-leading assets and accelerators. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of management consulting experience in operations improvement, operating or service delivery model transformation, non-labor optimization, margin improvement, or process reengineering to reduce costs.4+ years of financial analysis experience using multiple data sources to assess cost, margin, or cash flow opportunities.4+ years of experience developing models using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, or Tableau.You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required, without the need for overnight accommodations.You can expect to co-locate on average 1-2 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations.Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.Limited immigration sponsorship may be available. Preferred: Advanced degree.Experience serving corporate or private equity clients.Experience developing business cases, pricing analyses, financial analyses, presentations, or client deliverables using Microsoft PowerPoint or Microsoft Visio.Experience supporting proposal development, mentoring junior team members, or using Microsoft Excel and Tableau. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,600 to $188,400. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Deloitte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to the Global Call Center (GCC) at View email address on click.appcast.io. Recruiting tips From developing a stand out resume to putting your best foot forward in the interview, we want you to feel prepared and confident as you explore opportunities at Deloitte. Check out recruiting tips from Deloitte recruiters. Benefits At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Deloitte can mean for you. Our people and culture Our inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ways of thinking, ideas, and perspectives, and bring more creativity and innovation to help solve our clients' most complex challenges. This makes Deloitte one of the most rewarding places to work. Our purpose Deloitte’s purpose is to make an impact that matters for our people, clients, and communities. At Deloitte, purpose is synonymous with how we work every day. It defines who we are. Our purpose comes through in our work with clients that enables impact and value in their organizations, as well as through our own investments, commitments, and actions across areas that help drive positive outcomes for our communities. Learn more. Professional development From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. As used in this posting, "Deloitte" means Deloitte Consulting LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP. Please see for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories, including arrest or conviction records, will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, City of Los Angeles’s Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. See notices of various fair chance hiring and ban-the-box laws where available. Fair Chance Hiring and Ban-the-Box Notices | Deloitte US Careers Requisition code: 374391 Job ID 374391 Strategy, Growth, and Transformation | Enterprise Strategy and GrowthSame job available in 35 locations

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