Senior Consultant – Private Equity Performance Improvement

Crowe

. Engage with private equity firms and corporate leaders to analyze and execute value-creation strategies and operational improvement initiatives .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $147,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Operations Management, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and advanced analytical skills, particularly in MS Excel. Proven ability to engage with clients, develop solutions, and lead cross-functional teams to drive performance improvement initiatives.

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Operations ManagementLean Six SigmaAdvanced Analytical SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationClient Engagement

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Hard Skills

Operations ManagementLean Six SigmaAdvanced Analytical SkillsManufacturing ImprovementSupply Chain OptimizationPerformance ImprovementData AnalysisProject ManagementProcess ImprovementFootprint Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam LeadershipConsensus BuildingClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelPower BITableau

Industry Keywords

Private EquityManufacturingDistributionContinuous ImprovementSIOP

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage with private equity firms and corporate leaders to analyze and execute value-creation strategies and operational improvement initiatives
Work in a client-facing role to uncover synergy and functional-area solutions
Execute deal strategies and performance improvement initiatives
Identify business improvement opportunities using a holistic approach
Develop solutions and manage initiatives
Identify resources and disciplines needed to execute the process
Create executive-level deliverables to support client decision-makers
Deliver results in a highly visible role on-site at clients across the U.S. and possibly internationally
Leverage Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Improvement tools to enhance productivity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a relevant field is required
Master's degree is advantageous
Minimum of two (2) years of total relevant experience in operations management
Experience in manufacturing, lean/continuous improvement, operations strategy, footprint optimization, supply chain, or SIOP
Previous experience with Private Equity clients/firms, especially in Manufacturing & Distribution, is a plus
Advanced analytical skills with high proficiency in MS Excel is required
Power BI or Tableau experience is a plus
Must be willing to travel Sunday evening to Thursday evening, weekly
Experience leading cross-functional collaboration with project teams and stakeholders
Ability to build consensus across teams and stakeholders
Ability to complete detailed assessments of manufacturing and distribution operations and implement improvements
Ability to creatively solve problems and analyze client data
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to articulate complex technical concepts and business impacts to diverse audiences, including executives and stakeholders
Ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment
Ability to interact with internal management and external client contacts using strong leadership and communication skills
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
Crowe is not sponsoring work authorization at this time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Career growth and leadership opportunities
Well-being support
Career Coach guidance
Inclusive culture that values diversity
Comprehensive total rewards package