Operating Partner / CEO – B2B Distribution, Barcelona | PE-backed value creation Job Code: ZR-276-P Salary: 200k - 250k all-in + equity participation with vesting and an exit-linked upside 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 business A 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 role * Full P&L; ownership and a direct line to the shareholder, decisions get made, not committeed 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 mandate * Lead the value-creation agenda operationally, on the ground in Spain * Own liquidity and cash transparency * Build clear KPI and reporting structures * Optimise the branch network, cost base and product range / SKUs, and assess selective new openings * Improve procurement, gross and commercial margins * Drive sustainable EBITDA and margin improvement, and working capital discipline * Further develop stand-alone structures post carve-out * Partner closely with the shareholder on the transformation roadmap This is explicitly an operational leadership role — not a board-only or advisory seat. The person were looking for * A p

📌 Operating Partner | Private Equity (Barcelona)
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📍 Barcelona