Descripción de la oferta
Operating Partner / CEO – B2B Distribution, Barcelona | PE-backed value creationJob Code: ZR-276-PSalary: 200k - 250k all-in + equity participation with vesting and an exit-linked upside¿Todo listo para enviar su solicitud? Por favor, lea la descripción al menos una vez antes de hacer clic en "Solicitar".On behalf of an international private equity investor, we are looking for a hands-on Operating Partner to take full operational ownership of an established distribution business in Spain. For the right person, this can be structured as a sole CEO mandate.The businessA profitable, cash-generative B2B distributor of construction-related technical products. Revenue in the higher double-digit millions, around 150+ employees, and a nationwide network of branches across Spain. Following a carve-out, the company operates independently and already has largely stand-alone functions in place.This is a business with a solid foundation and clear headroom, not a fire-fight, but a genuine value-creation play where an experienced operator can leave a real fingerprint.Why this roleFull P&L ownership and a direct line to the shareholder, decisions get made, not committee'd to death.A healthy, cash-generative base to build on, with tangible levers already identified.The autonomy of a standalone platform, backed by an investor focused on operational value creation.The opportunity to shape the leadership team and the transformation roadmap from day one.The mandateLead the value-creation agenda operationally, on the ground in SpainOwn liquidity and cash transparencyBuild clear KPI and reporting structuresOptimise the branch network, cost base and product range / SKUs, and assess selective new openingsImprove procurement, gross and commercial marginsDrive sustainable EBITDA and margin improvement, and working capital disciplineFurther develop stand-alone structures post carve-outPartner closely with the shareholder on the transformation roadmapThis is explicitly an operational leadership role — not a board-only or advisory seat.The person we're looking for xqziphu A proven operator from distribution, trade, building-materials distribution or construction-related industriesLeadership experience across multi-site / branch-network structuresA demonstrable turnaround, transformation or performance-improvement track recordStrong financial command (P&L, cash flow, working capital) — comfortable driving numbers, not just reviewing themWilling to be highly present in SpainClose to Native-level Spanish and strong English are essentialPlace of residence flexibleIdeal backgroundFormer Managing Director / CEO of a PE portfolio companyExperience delivering value-creation plans in a private equity environment
