Senior Associate

Hilco Global • Chicago, IL

55d • $135,000 - $155,000

About The Position

About Hilco Performance Solutions, a division of Hilco Global Advisors, advises clients, both internal and external on the necessary operational improvements to sustain and advance their business. Hilco Performance Solutions operates within Hilco Global. Hilco Global is a diversified financial services company differentiated by 4 decades of serving as an advisor, agent, and capital partner in the transactions we touch. Hilco Global delivers customized solutions to undervalued and often challenged companies that may have reached an inflection point. Our experts work to resolve very complex situations to maximize long-term value. Hilco Performance Solutions provides advice on Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Operations to help clients develop better business processes and generate profitable revenue growth. We work with clients to solve problems, to prioritize issues and to recommend quick, decisive, and actionable solutions. Are you someone who wants to create change in the way business is done? Do you want to work with inspired and like-minded entrepreneurs? Us too! We take our work very seriously, but we have fun doing it. We are a rapidly growing team, looking for individuals who want to accelerate their career trajectory and be part of an effort larger than their individual contribution. As a Senior Consulting Associate, you will be responsible for the following:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply Chain or Engineering preferred)
• 3 - 5 years of experience in consulting or another related supply chain excellence or other business process improvement role within the manufacturing industry
• Advanced analytical skills
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to build solid relationships with both internal and external clients proactively seek feedback in the spirit of continual improvement and development
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze and then solve complex problems
• Demonstration of effective written and verbal business communication skills
• Must be a self-starter
• Must be a team player
• Must excel at problem solving
• Ability to travel 50%-80%

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred
• APICS CPIM, CSCP or PMP is a plus
• Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement process certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external client engagements to deliver valuable, sustainable solutions.
• Drive tasks and projects to completion with urgency
• Apply cross functional knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing and operations to identify problems and develop solutions for revenue enhancement and cost reduction.
• Move easily between big picture problem solving and getting in the weeds
• Build trust with team members and stakeholders through open and honest conversation
• Lead data gathering and mining activities to identify where key problems and opportunities lie
• Validate data for accuracy and relevance
• Collaborate effectively with others and actively participate as part of a high performing team
• Create streamlined, polished presentations and supporting project deliverables
• Develop project management tools to ensure project is on time, in budget and within scope

Benefits

• Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.
• Available benefits are based on eligibility.
• Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees