VDS Consulting Group

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Support PE firms during deal generation, commercial/operational due diligence, and post-close integration by identifying risks, synergies, value creation levers, and operational efficiencies in potential acquisitions. - Perform comprehensive operational, commercial, and financial due diligence on targets across industries. - Assess operational performance, supply chain resilience, cost structures, and scalability. - Quantify EBITDA adjustments, synergies, and value creation opportunities. - Support carve-out analyses, add-on integrations, and risk mitigation planning. - Prepare detailed reports and presentations for PE investment committees. Qualifications - 7+ years in transaction advisory, due diligence, or M&A consulting, preferably with PE focus (e.g., at top strategy firms or boutiques like IGS). - Deep experience in operational due diligence, quality of earnings, and post-merger value creation. - Strong financial modeling, data analysis, and industry knowledge (manufacturing, healthcare, or tech a plus). - Ability to work under tight deal timelines with high attention to detail. - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred. Company Description

Digital Transformation & Technology Consultant Location: Remote (US) Type: Contract (project-based, 6-18 months) Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience (high-end for PE consulting) Overview: Guide PE portfolio companies through digital modernization, IT optimization, cybersecurity enhancements, data/analytics implementation, and technology-enabled value creation to boost efficiency and competitiveness. Key Responsibilities: - Assess current IT/digital infrastructure and identify transformation opportunities. - Lead initiatives in cloud migration, ERP implementation, data analytics, AI/ML adoption, and cybersecurity improvements. - Drive digital roadmaps aligned with operational and growth objectives. - Quantify ROI from tech investments and support change management. - Partner with portfolio CIOs/CTOs and PE value creation teams. Requirements: - 8+ years in digital transformation, IT consulting, or technology advisory, with PE/portfolio company experience. - Expertise in areas like cybersecurity, data & analytics, cloud technologies, or ERP systems. - Track record of delivering measurable value in PE-backed environments. - Strong understanding of how technology drives operational efficiency and EBITDA growth. - Bachelor's degree in CS, engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are seeking an experienced consultant to lead a high-priority transformation initiative at a mid-market company specializing in custom hardware development and manufacturing. This hands-on, results-oriented role focuses on designing and implementing a revamped Supply Chain Operating Model and Engineering Operations Framework. - Assess and redesign inventory management processes to resolve inaccuracies in Deltek Costpoint. - Recommend and support deployment of modern tools/technologies for real-time visibility. - Develop agile procurement strategies: frameworks for alternative sourcing, supplier diversification, rapid RFQ processes, and contingency planning. - Align supply chain operations to just-in-time principles while handling demand variability. - Lead change management efforts: train teams, document new SOPs, and establish governance. - Map, document, and digitize engineering workflows to establish standardized processes and SOPs. - Design and implement resource planning and capacity management systems. - Define and roll out performance KPIs and metrics. - Build visibility tools/dashboards for leadership to monitor engineering health. - Perform detailed assessments, stakeholder interviews, root-cause analysis, and solution roadmapping. - Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize quick wins and phased implementations. - Provide hands-on implementation support, including training, pilot testing, and post-go-live optimization. - Deliver regular progress reporting, risk mitigation, and demonstrations of measurable business impact. Qualifications - 8+ years in supply chain/operations consulting or in-house leadership roles, with proven success in custom manufacturing, project-based engineering, or high-mix/low-volume hardware environments. - Deep expertise in Deltek Costpoint: enhancements, integrations, reconciliation best practices, and legacy system optimizations. - Hands-on experience implementing just-in-time (JIT) or lean supply chain models in variable-demand settings. - Strong background in engineering process improvement: workflow mapping, SOP development, resource/capacity planning, and KPI establishment. - Familiarity with manufacturing/ERP integrations. - Excellent consulting capabilities: stakeholder management, change leadership, structured problem-solving, and ability to deliver rapid, measurable results. - Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree or certifications like CPIM, CSCP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma preferred). Company Description