Matthew Harris

Matthew Harris is a member of our Performance Improvement and M&A and Divestitures practices. He holds deep expertise in cost reduction, operating model design, zero-based / blank sheet redesign, and net working capital optimization. His work deeply leverages digital enablement to support his clients' efficiency and efficacy goals. 

Matthew has 20 years of consulting experience and has delivered many of Bain's largest global turnarounds and transformations. He works closely with leadership teams to design and execute aggressive transformation programs that help them achieve their businesses' full potential. These complex programs typically require substantial changes to cost structures, operating models, commercial approaches, and deep change management intervention.

Matthew advises clients in a range of industries, including consumer products, retail, media, and advanced manufacturing and services. 

Prior to joining us, Matthew was the Vice President of Corporate Strategy for Ross Stores. He also served as the Senior Advisor to Avianca's Chief Operating Officer and as a consultant for a leading aviation and aerospace consulting firm. 

He holds an M.S. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.S. from Northwestern University.