Associate Director
Metro Detroit, MI or Metro Chicago, IL

About

Hilco Global is the world’s preeminent authority on maximizing the value of assets for both healthy and distressed companies. We provide a comprehensive range of financial services that leverage a unique blend of deep restructuring and advisory experience in combination with capital solutions and principal investing through our merchant banking capabilities. 

Hilco Global’s unrivaled track record has been hard-earned by serving as a trusted advisor, agent, investor and/or principal in transactions of all sizes and scopes for many of the world’s largest, most innovative and best-known companies. In each engagement, we work side-by-side with clients to deliver the best possible outcome by aligning interests and providing strategic insight, advice, and – increasingly – access to the capital required to complete the deal. Operating as a privately held, diversified financial services holding company, Hilco Global, its more than twenty highly specialized business units and 800+ professionals are positioned across five continents.

Hilco Performance Solutions, a division of Hilco Global Advisors, advises clients, both internal and external on the necessary operational improvements to sustain and advance their business, and provides advice on Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Operations to help clients develop better business processes and generate profitable revenue growth. We work with clients to solve problems, to prioritize issues and to recommend quick, decisive, and actionable solutions.

Our growing team has an open role for Associate Director to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Own the project from the perspective of the client and to take responsibility to ensure that the project team both structures and correctly executes the problem-solving methodology
• Lead client problem solving and deliver valuable, sustainable solutions while also guiding and developing junior team members
• Apply cross functional knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Operations to identify problems and develop solutions for revenue enhancement and cost reduction
• Have a vision to close the project and complete the deliverables accurately and on time
• Coordinate data gathering and analysis; formulate and test hypothesis and present recommendations to the client; validate data and analysis for accuracy and relevance
• Work collaboratively with clients, the broad Hilco Global team, and Hilco Performance Solutions colleagues
• Build trust with team members and stakeholders through open and honest conversation
• Move easily between big picture problem solving and getting in the weeds, including hands-on work
• Ensures compliance with company policies and follows ethical standards
• Manages client expectations and ensures delivery of client requests
• Develop project management tools to ensure project is on time, in budget and within scope

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above (Supply Chain or Engineering preferred)
• 10 or more years of experience in consulting or another related operations excellence or other business process improvement role within the manufacturing industry
• Significant client interaction and experience at all levels
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels at the client (floor operators to C-suite executives)
• Advanced analytical skills
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to build solid relationships with both internal and external clients
• Proactively seek feedback in the spirit of continual improvement and development
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze and then solve complex problems
• Demonstration of effective written and verbal business communication skills
• Must be a self-starter
• Must be a team player
• Must excel at problem solving
• APICS CPIM, CSCP or PMP is a plus
• Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement process certification is a plus
• Ability to travel 50%-80%

Preferred Skills

• Operational Excellence
• Plant leadership experience

In compliance with the New York & Illinois Pay Transparency Law, the base salary range for this role in Illinois is between $160,000.00 and $170,000.00. This salary range does not include discretionary bonus or other forms of compensation or benefits which are offered in connection with this job. Several factors are considered when determining a candidate’s compensation. Please note that the salary range listed for this position is based on the level of experience outlined in the job description. If a candidate's experience differs from the requirements, the salary may be adjusted accordingly.

Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered on merits and without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender, veteran, or disability status.

Hilco Global strives to comply with all applicable local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. https://hilcoglobal.com/careers-about/