3-8 years of experience in management consulting, operational improvement, corporate strategy, or a related field
Prior experience in strategy & operations consulting, banking, corporate strategy, private equity portfolio operations or private equity backed portfolio company
Exposure to PE-backed companies or private credit environments is a plus
Experience in restructuring or turnaround contexts (e.g., A&M, AlixPartners, FTI) doing performance improvement work is a plus
Sector experience in manufacturing, business services, consumer products, industrials, healthcare, or logistics and supply chain preferred but not required
Skills & Capabilities
Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, including advanced Excel financial modeling
Ability to work with large, complex operational and financial datasets and distill them into actionable insights
Solid understanding of operational drivers across manufacturing, logistics, services, or consumer businesses
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present clearly to senior stakeholders
High energy, intellectual curiosity, and comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-moving client environments
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate data-analysis, research, and data visualization
Education & Credentials
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Management, or a related field required
MBA or advanced degree a plus
Lean, Six Sigma, or supply chain credentials a plus
Other
Willingness to travel to client sites as needed based on project requirements
Must have legal authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship
Salary Range: $90,000 to $160,
Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
We do Consulting Differently
The BRG Corporate Finance practice specializes in providing strategic, operational, and financial advice to private equity firms, management teams, boards of directors, investors, hedge funds, and other lenders or companies that are either underperforming or in transition. #ThinkBRG
The BRG Corporate Finance practice has in-depth experience across a wide range of industries and markets, including but not limited to retail, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, energy and technology. Across sectors, BRG has experienced professionals who understand the challenges clients face - making it well-equipped to help solve clients' issues.
Our five core service offerings include:
Turnaround & Restructuring (T&R)
Strategic Performance Solutions (SPS)
Retail Performance Improvement (RPI)
Transaction Advisory (TA)
Transaction & Valuation Opinions (VAL)
We partner with private equity firms, portfolio companies, and private credit lenders to create tangible, lasting value. Our Performance Improvement vertical focuses on proactive value creation spanning the full P&L - cost reduction, EBITDA improvement, SG&A optimization, and operational transformation - at PE-backed businesses across a range of industries.
Our clients engage us to accelerate performance, increase margins, and build the operational foundation needed to grow and ultimately exit at a premium. We work alongside management teams as embedded partners, not outside advisors, helping to convert opportunities into measurable financial impact.
Why BRG
Entrepreneurial, fast-moving culture with real ownership and accountability at every level
Work directly executive-level practitioners, PE sponsors, and operating partners
Exposure to a diverse range of companies across industries and stages
Clear advancement path within a rapidly growing practice
Collaborative team of senior practitioners who invest in developing talent
What We Do
Key Project Areas Include:
Cost Reduction & EBITDA Improvement
Operational Transformation
Network & Footprint Optimization
Revenue & Growth
Working Capital & Cash Improvement
Performance Management & Implementation
Role Expectations:
Lead and contribute to client engagements focused on cost reduction, EBITDA improvement, SG&A optimization, and operational transformation
Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities
Contribute to working sessions with COO/CFO and other executives, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders
Build financial models, scenario analysis, and KPI reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making
Develop clear, actionable recommendations and help implement process improvements across finance and operations
Prepare high-quality presentations, analyses, and executive-ready deliverables
Manage workstreams and junior team members, ensuring quality execution and timely delivery
Embrace the use of emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to improve workflows, enhance analysis, and support innovative client solutions
Contribute to practice development efforts, including recruiting, training, client pitches, and thought leadership initiatives
Who We Are Looking For
Thinkbrg · Boston, MA