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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

As a Director in the Retail team, you will be responsible for the overall leadership of client engagement, while managing a team of AlixPartners’ individuals below you. Our projects are often short, sharp and focussed on results, so 80/20 will be key in managing to find the right outcome for the client at a fast pace. You will then be expected to lead the implementation and be hands-on with clients to actually drive change.

As a Director you will require both a strong suite of consulting experience and also retail operational knowledge. You can expect to work alongside experienced staff with practical, real-world experience that can swiftly identify opportunities and real issues. You will be conducting complex and high impact work coupled with a tailored approach with rigorous but pragmatic analysis and outstanding program leadership.

What You’ll Need

• 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.
• Extensive and relevant experience preferably with a mix of consulting and industry.
• Expertise in implementing solutions in multiple workstreams of our Retail offering, with either a strong commercial/retail focus (pricing/promotions, range rationalisation, direct sourcing, indirect sourcing, store footprint/labour optimisation, e-commerce channel improvement) or operating model focus (operating model optimisation, change management, cost-out programmes overall)
• Comfort around leading large transformations programmes as well as more tactical due diligences
• Extensive network within the U.K. retail industry
• 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 and critical thinking skills along with strong financial literacy and modelling.
• Passion for retail and a contributor to / participant in industry events / conferences.
• Passion to mentor and lead a team of individuals within the Retail team.
• 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 business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organisation
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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