.WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) within BCG's Operations Practice Area, you will work in a growing global team. You will work together with case teams to provide knowledge assets, analysis and expert advisory for diagnostics and live projects and deliver against commercial priorities for the Operations Knowledge Team (KT) business. In addition, you will support with guidance from senior colleagues, your topic in developing intellectual property & knowledge assets and managing content on internal BCG websites, ensuring availability of latest, high-quality content. You will also support business development and go-to-market efforts of the procurement topic business, as opportunities arise, contributing research and analysis to marketing efforts. The Operations Practice Area is one of BCG's functional practices and helps our clients create competitive advantage by enhancing their performance and building strategic capabilities. The Procurement Topic Area is an expert network of knowledge team members and experienced consultants who help clients on specific cases related to the functions and disciplines within the topic (e.G., procurement strategy, operating model, digital transformation, sustainable procurement, risk & resilience, etc.).As a SKA on Client Focus (CF) track for the Operations Practice Area & Procurement business in Germany, you will be:Driving problem solving and solutioning for clients generating insights towards pragmatic solutions tailored to the business context.Leading development and commercialization of Procurement knowledge and assets, aiming to innovate our offers and enhance our go to market approaches.YOU'RE GOOD ATKnowledgeable in Operations processes related to Procurement strategy, value delivery, operating model and Digital/Gen AI.Engaging and communicating with senior stakeholders, demonstrating expert presence and credibility.Strong work ethics, service-mentality and willingness to showcase expertise.Ability to multi-task & operate effectively in a matrix organization.Collaborative, team player – including in an international, virtual communications environment.Flexibility and bring an entrepreneurial mindset, open for new things and able to propose innovative ideas.Working in an ever changing and complex environment, and comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environment.YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)2+ years of consulting experience in operations/procurement required; candidates with consulting experience strongly preferred.In lieu of consulting experience, 3+ years minimum procurement experience required; 4-6+ years of procurement experience strongly preferred.Bachelor/Master degree from a reputed university with demonstrated academic achievements.Proficiency with MS-Office Suite (especially Advanced MS Excel).Good communication skills to manage stakeholders expectations.Fluency in English; German language preferred
