Onsite Business Consultant — Operations, Business Development, & Financial Performance
This is not a traditional consulting role built around recommendations and presentations. Our consultants work alongside business owners and their teams to implement change, improve performance, and deliver measurable results.
Because our consultants work on-site with clients across the country, this position requires 100% domestic travel.
This is not a traditional project management role.
If your experience is primarily centered on project coordination, Agile/Scrum methodologies, workflow boards, timeline management, PMO leadership, or status reporting, this position is unlikely to align with your background.
Successful Project Directors typically bring experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Business ownership
- Operational leadership
- Consulting
- P&L management
- Organizational development
- Change management
- Process improvement
- Hands-on implementation
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver measurable and sustainable client results reflected in improved profitability, cash flow, operational efficiency, organizational effectiveness, and overall business performance.
- Assess business operations and identify opportunities to improve processes, financial controls, accountability systems, organizational structure, and operational performance.
- Develop, implement, train, and evaluate solutions that address client challenges and create lasting operational and financial improvements.
- Work directly with business owners and leadership teams to implement change and improve operational execution.
- Coach owners, managers, and employees through organizational change while building alignment and accountability.
- Lead consulting engagements from implementation through measurable outcomes while maintaining strong client relationships.
- Communicate clearly and consistently with the assigned Assistant Director or Senior Project Director throughout the engagement.
- Document project activities, recommendations, progress, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally to client sites (100% travel required; typical travel schedule is Sunday evening through Friday afternoon, approximately 46 weeks per year).
- Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license, maintain current automobile insurance, and be able to independently rent and operate a vehicle for business travel.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Minimum of five years of consulting, operational leadership, business ownership, or executive management experience with a demonstrated history of delivering measurable business results.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, financial software, dashboards, CRM systems, and project management software.
- Strong financial acumen, including experience interpreting financial statements and using financial data to drive operational decisions.
- Experience managing budgets of $10 million or more preferred.
- Prior business ownership preferred.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, develops alternative solutions, and uses sound judgment even when dealing with sensitive or emotional issues.
Change Management – Communicates change effectively, builds consensus, monitors implementation, and evaluates results.
Leadership – Demonstrates confidence, motivates others, inspires high performance, and accepts feedback.
Judgment – Makes sound decisions, explains reasoning effectively, and earns trust through consistent and thoughtful decision-making.
Results Driven – Maintains a strong commitment to achieving measurable results through prioritization, accountability, and disciplined execution.
People Oriented – Demonstrates high emotional intelligence and builds strong relationships with clients, employees, and internal team members.
Conflict Management – Approaches conflict with empathy, communicates differing perspectives professionally, and develops practical, forward-looking solutions.
CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS
- We always put our clients first and choose the path that serves their best interests, even when it is not the easiest or most popular decision.
- We maintain the highest professional standards and operate with integrity and honesty in everything we do.
- We believe in collaboration among our administrative staff, leadership team, and Project Directors.
- We embrace the obligation to challenge the status quo and continuously seek better solutions.
- We value diverse perspectives and believe that sharing individual insights strengthens outcomes for both our clients and our organization.
Because of our strong focus on integrity and values, all team members are expected to embrace the following principles:
Our clients do not hire us for theory. They hire us to help them solve problems, implement change, improve profitability, and build stronger businesses.
Successful Project Directors are equal parts consultant, coach, operator, teacher, and change agent. They are comfortable stepping into unfamiliar environments, earning the trust of business owners and employees, and leading organizations through meaningful transformation.
If you are energized by solving complex business problems, implementing lasting change, and making a measurable impact inside privately held businesses across a wide range of industries, we encourage you to apply.
Skills Required
- Minimum of five years of consulting, operational leadership, business ownership, or executive management experience with demonstrated history of delivering measurable business results
- Ability and willingness to travel nationally to client sites (100% travel; typical schedule Sunday evening through Friday afternoon, ~46 weeks per year)
- Valid state-issued driver's license, current automobile insurance, and ability to independently rent and operate a vehicle for business travel
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, financial software, dashboards, CRM systems, and project management software
- Strong financial acumen, including interpreting financial statements and using financial data to drive operational decisions
- Experience managing budgets of $10 million or more
- Prior business ownership
What We Do
Cogent Analytics is a business management consulting firm committed to serving privately held businesses in the US. Founded in 2014, we've grown from a small team of six to a thriving organization of over 220 dedicated professionals serving Main Street businesses across 36 U.S. states. Our mission is to improve the lives of business owners by providing honest and effective business consulting services. We believe that small to mid-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy and the lifeblood of their communities. Our people-centric approach focuses on the individuals behind the businesses and the communities they serve. At Cogent Analytics, we're more than just a business - we're a family that acts like a business from time to time. We invest heavily in our team, fostering a culture of support, growth, and recognition. We're proud of our A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau, client testimonials, and lifecycle relationships that are testaments to our ethical business practices. Join us as we continue to champion the cause of the entrepreneur, helping businesses overcome challenges, achieve their full potential, and contribute to the strength and vibrancy of our communities. At Cogent, your business is our business — let's build something together. Website: www.cogentanalytics.com Email: [email protected] Phone: (336) 665-8154
