Directory/Jen Reeves

Jen Reeves

Interim Chief Transformation Officer

COO & Transformation Exec | Driving Strategic Growth & Operational Excellence |

COOVP OperationsIntegration LeadBoard AdvisorChief Transformation OfficerChief Change OfficerTransformation Director

Interim Profile (Proposition)

COO | Driving Large-Scale Transformational Change | Zero-Based Budgeting | Operationalising Go-to-Market StrategyI specialise in leading complex, high-stakes transformations that reshape businesses for sustainable growth. As a seasoned COO and Transformation Exec., I’ve driven multi-million-pound global functions, aligning operations with strategy to unlock value and accelerate performance, as well as having managed P&L responsibilities exceeding £240M. From zero-based budgeting transformations to post-acquisition integrations, I know what it takes to embed change that sticks. I’ve led Global HR and Technology transformations, optimised Global Supply Chains to drive EBITDA growth, and operationalised Go-To-Market strategies in PE-backed and corporate environments.I bring sharp execution, clear and focused decision-making, and the influence to bring senior stakeholders on the journey, no matter how complex the landscape. Key areas of expertise: ✅ Large-Scale Strategic Transformation & Global Change Leadership ✅ Zero-Based Budgeting & Cost Optimisation ✅ Post-Acquisition Integration & Cultural Change ✅ Operationalising Go-to-Market Strategy Get in touch if you’re looking for an experienced Leader dedicated to achieving operational excellence and lasting impact.

Key Achievements

  • • Delivered £10m annual savings at KPMG through workflow redesign, automation, and zero-based budgeting.
  • • Led a €9m supply chain transformational change programme for a private equity backed business, improving efficiency and EBITDA.
  • • Founded and scaled a technology business to a profitable exit, achieving multi-million-euro growth.
  • • Built and embedded operating models and performance frameworks that improved collaboration, accountability, and speed of delivery.
  • • Led cultural integration and leadership alignment programmes that increased engagement and accelerated transformation success across global teams.

Industry Expertise

Business ServicesMedia & EntertainmentTechnologyConsumer

Key Skills

Cost OutLarge Scale TransformationsZero Based BudgetingCOOFinancial ManagementBudget Management of £240mChange StrategyChange LeadershipStrategy DevelopmentHR TransformationTechnology TransformationFinance TransformationPost M&A IntegrationsTarget Operating Model DesignCommercial NegotationsGo to Market OperationsOperational RestructuringWorkflow Efficiencies
Available for interim executive assignments in Private Equity portfolio companies.
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