Associate, Performance Improvement

Portage Point Partners is a Chicago-headquartered advisory, interim management and investment banking firm focused on serving the middle-market. Backed by New Mountain Capital, the firm has grown at over 30% annually since its founding in 2016 and today operates from ten offices across the United States.

The firm delivers integrated financial and operational solutions across Transaction Advisory Services, Transaction Execution Services, Office of the CFO, Valuations, Performance Improvement, Turnaround & Restructuring and Investment Banking. Engagement teams are lean and execution-oriented, working directly with senior stakeholders to navigate complex transitions and transformations.

Triple P India (TPI) is a strategic extension of the firm’s platform, established to build a high-quality team that operates as an integrated part of U.S.-based teams. Professionals in TPI are involved in live engagements from the outset, contributing to analysis, execution and client deliverables in coordination with colleagues across the firm. The platform is designed to provide meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to senior leadership and long-term growth in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

Support commercial and operational due diligence, including deep-dive analysis of commercial opportunities, cost structures, working capital and operational KPIs

Perform detailed data analysis and root-cause diagnostics across functions such as procurement, supply chain, manufacturing and SG&A

Build and maintain robust financial and operational models, including cash flow, liquidity and cost-saving tracking tools

Assist in developing 100-day plans and value creation roadmaps with clearly defined initiatives and impact estimates

Track and report value capture initiatives, including savings realization and EBITDA impact

Prepare high-quality client-ready materials for global stakeholders under tight timelines

Partner with senior executives, private equity firms, lenders, lawyers and other related buyers

Collaborate with U.S.-based teams to ensure alignment and seamless execution across time zones

Contribute to a high-performing, inclusive and values-driven culture

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CA preferred

Experience working with U.S.-based private equity or corporate clients

Willing to relocate to or be primarily present in Gurgaon

At least two years of experience in consulting, transaction advisory or corporate strategy / operations

Strong exposure to operational improvement, cost reduction or restructuring environments

Advanced Excel skills; experience with large datasets and financial modeling required

Superior written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready presentation and reporting skills

Proven ability to thrive in lean, fast-moving teams

High attention to detail, responsiveness and ownership mindset

Track record of success in high-pressure, client-facing environments