WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) in a Client Focused role within BCG's Operations Practice Area, you will be working with Case teams to guide them on the execution of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Projects. This involves acting as a thought partner and content expert, helping the team structure & solve complex problems, as well as leading a specific module. For some projects, travel to clients during staffing assignments will be expected to understand client requirements, and design / develop solutions.
You will also work on business development and commercialization efforts for the topic/sector. In conjunction with business leaders, you will support go to market efforts, and publications. Additionally, as a Senior Knowledge Analyst, you will lead development of intellectual property & assets for the business and mentor and guide junior colleagues based on your topic/sector expertise.
As a candidate you need to have knowledge in at least two or more of the following topics: Manufacturing & Supply Chain strategy and Benchmarking, Supply Chain Planning, Integrated Business Planning, Inventory Optimization, Logistics, Industry 4.0, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance optimization, Quality Management, Sustainability in Operations.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
* Solving client problems through analytical approaches and/or formulating relevant research in your area of expertise
* Communicating with case teams and clients team members, in a credible and confident way
* Working collaboratively and effectively in a group dynamic often virtual, proficient in agile ways of working
* Managing projects with ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating business sense and adaptability
* Being flexible and bringing a curious and creative mindset, open to new things and able to propose innovative ideas
* Navigating complexity and ambiguity
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
* 2+ years of consulting experience in relevant Manufacturing & Supply Chain required; candidates with consulting experience strongly preferred
* In lieu of consulting experience, 3 years minimum industry experience required; 4-6 years industry experience strongly preferred
* Bachelor's Degree required (advanced degree preferred)
* Fluency in English; German (Dusseldorf) and Spanish (Madrid)
* Strong business acumen and problem-solving capabilities
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
YOU'LL WORK WITH
As a Client Focus KT, you will work face to face with clients and with BCG Project Leaders, Associates and Consultants. In the period between cases, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up a diverse pool of knowledge positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative knowledge careers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Knowledge Team (KT) is a group of functional and/or industry experts leveraging deep domain knowledge to enable insight for case teams and clients. KT members are affiliated to BCG Practice Areas, plugged into the strategic agenda and building and deploying leading edge IP data tools/assets to deliver insight.
BCG's Knowledge Team members are staffed on cases and help co-create insights with case teams and clients through expert perspectives on industry trends, delivery of proprietary data or tools in a particular function and complex research and analysis of market information. KT members also support the PA's business development and proposals and help to organize and codify the knowledge that enables BCG to deliver superior business value for its clients.
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