Operational PrincipalLocation: Toronto, ONPrivate Equity Firm
About the Firm:Our client is a leading Toronto-based private equity firm with a track record of driving transformational growth for portfolio companies across diverse industries. Their approach focuses on hands-on operational improvement, scalability, and sustainable long-term value creation. We seek an experienced Operational Principal to join our team and help guide their portfolio companies through complex operational challenges.
Position Overview:The Operational Principal will be responsible for leading operational transformations within portfolio companies, identifying areas for efficiency, and implementing best practices that drive value creation. This is a high-impact role that combines strategy with execution, working closely with executive teams to improve performance and achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate is an operations expert with a strong understanding of financial levers, and has experience leading cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with portfolio company leadership teams to assess operational performance and identify opportunities for value enhancement.
• Develop and implement operational improvement strategies in areas such as supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, and process optimization.
• Lead due diligence efforts from an operational perspective for new investments, identifying risks and areas for improvement.
• Act as a hands-on operational leader, stepping into management roles if necessary to drive initiatives to completion.

Qualifications – MUST HAVE:

• Engineering Msc or PhD, with an MBA
• 5-7 years of experience in operational leadership roles, within PE Private Equity
• Prior Management consulting Experience – Prior to Private Equity experience – is a MUST
• Proven experience in driving operational improvements in various industries such as manufacturing, retail, technology, or services.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze operational performance and link it to financial outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of companies and drive meaningful change.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values innovation and initiative.
• Professional growth opportunities within a highly respected private equity firm.

Application Process:Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to [email protected] . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.