American Operator is looking to add VP of Portfolio Performance to partner directly with the businesses in our portfolio. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and relationship management. You will build up a book of ~10 businesses and partner with them to hit our revenue and earnings targets, while building healthy cultures, operational excellence, and clear visibility. You’ll work closely with both the investment team and company leadership, acting as a trusted advisor and execution partner.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the primary point of contact between HQ and portfolio company leadership
Collaborate with the investment team to validate and implement value creation strategies.
Identify and execute high-impact initiatives across functions (e.g., pricing, sales, operations, org design)
Drive performance against operating plans, proactively identifying risks and solving issues
Build strong relationships with operators and influence outcomes without direct authority
Support weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and board communications
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (investments, integrations, platform)
Travel regularly (50–75%) to work directly with portfolio companies
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of experience in management consulting, private equity, or similar roles
Background across multiple industries and business models
Strong financial acumen (e.g., working capital, IRR, MOIC, three-statement modeling)
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and execute across multiple business functions
Proven ability to influence and build trust with diverse stakeholders, you are a force multiplier and can drive buy-in
High adaptability and ability to quickly ramp in unfamiliar environments
Willingness to travel extensively and work on-site with portfolio companies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with small or medium-sized businesses
Experience driving growth initiatives in B2B and/or B2C settings
Blend of consulting and hands-on operating experience
What We Do
American Operator is reviving the American Dream by transitioning great small businesses to the next generation of local ownership. We acquire each business alongside a talented operator and allow our ownership to be incrementally bought back until the business is majority-owned by that operator.
