About Alvarez & MarsalAlvarez & Marsal (A& M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action- and results-oriented professionals. 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 TeamA& M's PEPI practice is looking to hire a Director / Senior Associate (m/f/d) in Operations & Supply Chain with a strong focus on the Food & Beverage industry .This role is focused on leading and delivering large, complex engagements for private equity-backed food and beverage companies, working closely with PE deal teams and operating partners. You will play a key role in diagnosing operational performance, designing value-creation initiatives, and implementing sustainable improvement across manufacturing, production, and supply chain environments within fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and regulated food production settings.How you will contribute
Evaluate the operability, efficiency, and compliance of food production and manufacturing facilities, including hygiene, safety, and regulatory readinessAnalyse current and historical operational data to assess productivity, capacity, yield, and performance across production lines, including equipment effectiveness, maintenance strategies, and supply chain flowsGain hands-on shop floor insights by engaging with plant leadership, operations teams, and customers within food manufacturing environments, supported by deep data-driven analysisIdentify and quantify value creation and cost improvement opportunities, including lean transformations, waste reduction (food loss/waste), footprint optimisation, outsourcing, and site consolidationDevelop end-to-end transformation roadmaps tailored to food production environments, including clear impact assessment, risk mitigation, and implementation planningLead execution, oversee high-quality deliverables, and manage teams and client relationships to ensure exceptional results for private equity sponsors and portfolio companies in the food sectorQualificationsExtensive professional experience combining industry and consulting, with a strong track record in Food & Beverage, FMCG, or adjacent manufacturing sectors Proven experience working for or with private equity sponsors and PE-backed portfolio companiesDeep functional expertise in one or more of the following areas within manufacturing and/or food production:Supply Chain Operations (FMCG / Food)Manufacturing Operations, including S& OP / S& IOPFootprint optimisation, plant consolidation, and production line transfersManufacturing strategy, Cap Ex planning, and operational excellence in food environmentsLean, Six Sigma, TOC, and Value Engineering applied to manufacturing efficiency and waste reductionDemonstrated experience engaging with C-suite executives, as well as PE deal and operating partnersFluency to native level in both written and verbal English.Your journey at A& MWe recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A& M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.