Senior Vice President - Automotive & Industrials

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you'll do

Our Automotive & Industrials (A&I) team support OEMs, suppliers and businesses that sit across the A&I eco-system to address their most critical challenges.

The team use their combined knowledge of the sector to support clients with performance improvement, cost reduction, manufacturing optimisation, supply chain transformation, cash & working capital management and commercial growth.

This is an exciting time to join a team with direct exposure to a sector experiencing a high degree of change. From day one, you will be expected to provide CEO-level advice across a client base that includes OEMs, suppliers and investors.

This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.

What you'll need

• Experience of working within Automotive, Industrials or Operations

• A critical thinker with the ability to challenge existing status-quo

• Specific delivery and/or project leadership experience in operational improvement including, but not limited to:

• Production and supply chain optimisation

• Direct and indirect procurement

• Manufacturing footprint optimisation

• Target operating model and organisational design

• Operational cost reduction

• Product strategy & growth

• Revenue and growth programmes

• Understanding of travel company systems

• Demonstrable track record in achieving implementation oriented, qualitative solutions in multiple workstreams.

• Deep understanding of business issues and the ability to communicate them effectively to team leaders and clients.

• Willingness to build professional and personal growth by working in high-impact situations under time-pressure.

• True passion for achieving ambitious results.

• Outstanding analytical skills along with strong financial literacy and modelling.

• Excellent relationship management with c-suite stakeholders while achieving results.

• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and executive-level presentation skills.

• Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of an additional language would be advantageous.

• Willingness to travel, sometimes at short notice.

• Willingness to work outside of normal U.K. business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.

• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment.

Education Requirements

• Master's degree and / or an MBA, and evidence of a strong academic record.
• A degree in Business, Finance or Engineering is preferable but not essential.

In addition to a positive workplace, the firm offers a comprehensive compensation package including an excellent benefit program (health, vision, dental, disability, tuition reimbursement).

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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