Job Summary
The Portfolio Manager is responsible for driving value creation across assigned portfolio companies post-acquisition. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and execution owning problem structuring, solutioning, and delivery oversight. The individual is expected to operate as a mini-CEO for their portfolio, ensuring initiatives translate into measurable business impact.
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Ownership
- Own 1–2 portfolio companies end-to-end, across strategic and operational initiatives
- Act as the primary point of contact between portfolio company management and internal stakeholders
- Diagnose business issues and identify value creation levers (revenue growth, cost optimization, working capital)
Value Creation Execution
- Develop and drive 100-day plans and longer-term transformation roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional initiatives (commercial, operations, supply chain, digital)
- Track and report KPI improvements with clear linkage to EBITDA impact
Stakeholder Management
- Engage senior management (CEO, CFO, functional heads) to align on priorities
- Manage upwards to internal leadership with structured updates and escalation where required
- Influence without authority in complex, legacy environments
Team Leadership
- Guide analysts and junior team members in problem structuring and execution
- Ensure high-quality outputs (analysis, decks, recommendations)
- Build repeatable playbooks across portfolios
Job Requirements
- 5–8 years of experience in consulting, private equity, corporate strategy, or operations
- Proven track record in delivering business impact (not just advisory)
- Strong problem structuring and hypothesis-driven thinking
- Ability to translate strategy into execution plans
- Financial acumen (P&L understanding, value driver analysis)
- High stakeholder management capability
- Ownership mindset; comfortable operating in ambiguity
- High accountability and bias for action
- Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
At MR DIY International, we're more than a global home improvement brand, we're a catalyst for ambitious talent ready to grow beyond borders.
With over 5,000+ stores across 15 countries globally, we offer unmatched international exposure to those looking to build a meaningful, global career.
From retail operations and merchandising to strategy, tech, and supply chain. Your work here shapes how millions of customers shop every day.
Our Culture Is Built On GIVE
Growth: Rapid development opportunities at every stage of your journey.
International Exposure: Cross-border collaborations and secondments.
Value Creation: Real ownership, real impact.
Empowerment: A culture that trusts you to lead and innovate.
If you're driven, adaptable, and eager to be part of a high-impact team, MR DIY International is where you build, lead, and thrive.
