Senior 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.
The Senior Associate, Performance Improvement (PI) role at Portage Point represents a unique opportunity to assume a wide range of responsibilities and make a significant impact. The Senior Associate, PI is a key contributor helping to conduct analysis and identify value creation opportunities. This Senior Associate will support engagements that enhance efficiency, accuracy and decision-making for clients facing complex financial, transactional and operational challenges. This person will support key initiatives, execute discrete workstreams and collaborate closely with senior leaders. If you thrive in a high-performance culture and want to help build the future of a rapidly growing consultancy, this is the right role for you.
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 three 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
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Work arrangement
Hybrid