Senior Managing Director - Performance Improvement

Senior Managing Director, Performance Improvement

On behalf of our client, a distinguished boutique consultancy, we are seeking an exceptional Senior Managing Director for Performance Improvement to lead transformative initiatives for middle-market clients. Based in Dallas, this confidential, high-impact role offers a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, shape strategic outcomes, and elevate our client's presence in the performance improvement landscape.

About the Role :

As Senior Managing Director, Performance Improvement, you will lead high-stakes client engagements, focusing on operational and financial optimization for private equity, corporate, and lender clients. You will spearhead business development, mentor cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative solutions to complex business challenges across industries. This role combines strategic leadership, hands-on execution, and thought leadership to deliver measurable value.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement the performance improvement strategy, aligning with our client's firm-wide objectives to drive growth and impact.

Leverage your established network to secure high-value engagements with private equity firms, corporate clients, and lenders, while promoting complementary services.

Lead complex performance improvement projects, including operational restructuring, cost optimization, working capital enhancement, and post-merger integration.

Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Oversee project delivery to ensure high-quality, actionable solutions that exceed client expectations and deliver measurable results.

Enhance our client's reputation through industry events, publications, and proprietary methodologies in performance improvement.

What are the client seeking?

15+ years in performance improvement, management consulting, or operational advisory, with 7+ years in a senior leadership role.

Expertise in financial analysis, operational restructuring, process optimization, working capital management, or post-merger integration.

Strong relationships within the Dallas business community, particularly with private equity, corporate, and financial institutions.

Proven ability to lead complex engagements, manage diverse teams, and influence C-suite stakeholders.

Exceptional presentation and interpersonal skills to build trusted client relationships.

Bachelor's degree from a top-tier program; MBA or advanced degree in business, finance, or related field preferred.

Why Join?

Drive transformative change for clients, delivering measurable operational and financial improvements.

Operate from Dallas, a dynamic business hub, with opportunities to engage clients nationwide.

Join a boutique firm with a collaborative, flat structure, working with a talented, cross-functional team.

Shape the firm's performance improvement practice, with opportunities for strategic influence and leadership development.

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