Director of Transformation
HybridCloster, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Lead structured EBITDA-driving initiatives across Applegreen's US Travel Plaza business with an equal focus on cost optimization and revenue growth. Identify, prioritize, and execute high-impact value levers while developing clear plans with measurable targets and timelines. Drive cost improvement across procurement, consumables, repair, and utilities by partnering with stakeholders to unlock margin opportunities and improve supplier performance. Lead the Transformation Office, establishing governance and running monthly Steering Committees to ensure delivery against milestones and financial outcomes. Own the pricing agenda for food and retail, designing strategies including price optimization and elasticity analysis to enhance revenue and margin. Report realized benefits to ensure sustained P&L impact and communicate clearly at the executive level. This hybrid role requires at least three days in the Glen Rock, NJ office, reporting to the Chief Growth Officer.
Required Qualifications
- Strong track record in value creation, transformation, or performance improvement in a multi-site or distributed business
- Deep understanding of cost drivers, margin levers, and operational performance metrics
- Experience leading cross-functional transformation programs with measurable financial outcomes
- Advanced analytical capability, including financial modelling and data-driven decision-making
- Proven ability to operate at both strategic and executional levels
- Collaborative and influential, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around common goals
- Excellent communication skills, including experience preparing materials for executive audiences
- High level of ownership, pace, and delivery focus in a dynamic environment
- Excellent project management skills and ability to independently manage multiple projects
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field
- 5-7 years experience in transformation, project management, operational strategy, or value creation roles
Desired Qualifications
- MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Background in leading consulting firms strongly preferred
- Demonstrated track record of delivering tangible EBITDA impact
- Experience in travel, retail, foodservice, hospitality, or multi-unit operations preferred
- Exposure to procurement-driven transformation or cost programs highly desirable
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