Private Equity Partner

About Us:

EFESO Management Consultants is a global leader in operations strategy and performance improvement. We deliver real results, together with clients across industries, creating outcomes that make a tangible difference - improvements you can see, feel, and measure. Our expertise spans operations strategy and transformation, transactions and turnaround, R&D and product profitability, cost and value engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain. We driving 1,500+ projects annually in over 75 countries. Committed to collaboration and measurable impact, we help build resilient, future-ready businesses.

EFESO Americas operates across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, translating EFESO’s global expertise into locally executed, results-driven solutions. With teams on the ground throughout the Americas and direct access to EFESO’s worldwide capabilities, EFESO Americas delivers practical, execution-focused support tailored to regional market dynamics and client needs—helping organizations achieve measurable, sustainable results from strategy through implementation.

EFESO. Real results, Together, to learn more www.efeso.com/americas

Role:

As a Private Equity Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and expanding our firm's presence and impact within the private equity landscape. You will be responsible for both new client acquisition and leading client engagements, developing strong relationships with PE firms and their portfolio companies, and contributing significantly to the firm's intellectual capital and business development efforts. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned consulting professional with deep private equity expertise to make a significant impact in a collaborative and high-growth environment.

Responsibilities:

• Client Leadership & Delivery: Lead and manage complex consulting engagements for private equity firms and their portfolio companies across the deal lifecycle (due diligence, value creation, portfolio strategy, exit planning).
• Business Development: Drive significant business development initiatives by identifying, cultivating, and securing new client relationships with private equity firms, investment professionals, and portfolio company executives.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders within the private equity ecosystem.
• Practice Development: Contribute to the growth and development of the firm's Private Equity practice by helping to develop new service offerings, methodologies, and thought leadership.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor consulting teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Provide guidance, coaching, and development opportunities for junior team members.
• Intellectual Capital Development: Contribute to the firm's knowledge base through the development of white papers, presentations, and participation in industry events.
• Firm Contribution: Actively participate in firm-building activities, including recruiting, internal initiatives, and strategic planning.
• Financial Acumen: Manage engagement budgets and ensure profitable delivery of client projects.

Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields; MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., P.E., Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt) is highly preferred.

Requirements:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive consulting experience with a strong focus on Private Equity in a Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to identify opportunities in industrials, manufacturing, and supply‑chain–heavy sectors.
• Skilled at assessing plant performance, cost structure, throughput constraints, and operational maturity during diligence.
• Proven track record of managing $1M+ engagements and leading cross-functional teams (including offshore or third-party vendors).
• Established network of relationships within the private equity community (e.g., fund professionals, operating partners).
• Revenue Generation: Proactively identify, qualify, and lead the pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Practice Leadership: Define and execute the regional or functional growth strategy: aligning market opportunities with the firm's service offerings.

Professional Skills:

• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering high-impact consulting engagements for private equity clients.
• Established network of relationships within the private equity community (e.g., fund professionals, operating partners).
• Demonstrated success in business development and a strong ability to generate new client opportunities.
• Deep understanding of the private equity investment process, value creation levers, and operational best practices within portfolio companies.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus at all levels.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Biliterate Spanish is a plus

General Work Environment:

• Type of role: Full-Time - Remote
• Travel: 80-100%, on-site client location(s)
• Client environments: may require standing and/or walking for long periods
• Location: Job opportunities open to all US locations, preferred locations: New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Philadelphia
• Relo: Not offered at this time

Compensation:

The wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At EFESO, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $200.000-$280.000.

We offer:

A competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plan, PTO plus observed holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

EFESO Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Other Employment Statements:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

EFESO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs/practices, consistent