Europe

Analyst / Senior Analyst

Primary Job Function: This role requires a creative and curious person who is able to quickly understand data requirements, learn these technologies and apply them to analyze, manipulate and validate data from a variety of data sources and platforms in order to deliver tangible results aligned to our client’s objectives and success. As an Analyst, you will work on a broad range of projects involving data gathering and analysis and data management as well as applying new technologies like data mining, predictive modelling and optimisation to real life business problems. In addition, Senior Analysts demonstrate business acumen, proven analytics knowledge and strategic thinking. You will also be expected to take the lead on projects for all data related matters, train and mentor data analysts and assist senior management with project planning and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Analysts and other team members to provide analytical rigor and technical expertise on client engagements and internal projects
• Understand our clients’ business needs and develop accurate solutions
• Map where the information lies within complex corporations and work with our clients to gain access to the data
• Interview client contacts to validate data, collect qualitative information and gain client insight
• Analyze, manipulate, cleanse and validate data from a variety of data sources and platforms
• Create and deliver presentations of project findings, business requirements and data dictionaries to internal and client teams

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree with outstanding academic results from a top tier university, preferably in a quantitative discipline such as statistics, econometrics, quantitative methods, computer science, informatics, operations research, supply chain or logistics
• For Senior Data Analyst, a Master’s Degree or PhD is preferred with preference in Statistics, Econometrics, Quantitative Methods, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain or Logistics
• Demonstrate strong organizational, verbal communication and writing skills
• Fluent in English, second foreign language preferred
• Outstanding problem-solving skills to construct models that capture and analyze real life business situations
• Professional work ethic and integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to an intellectually challenging but rewarding career

Technical Requirements

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel including reference formulae and PivotTables
• Familiarity with SQL and other querying tools such as SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Teradata and others. Senior Data Analysts are expected to have a working knowledge of such tools
• Strong analytical skills, including general statistics tools to structure, develop and interpret models
• Ability to sense-check data for abnormalities and working with the client team to resolve inconsistencies
• Understanding and knowledge of various optimization tools preferred (e.g., ILOG, Solver, etc.)
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following are preferred: VBA, SQL Business Intelligence Development Studio, Visual Studio, SPSS, SAS, JMP  

Industry Requirements

• Proven ability in analyzing data and creating analytical models and solutions to business problems
• Ability to quickly familiarise yourself with a particular industry including market analysis, benchmarking and identifying cost drivers
• Ability to understand the commercial impact of accurate data on client projects
• Senior Analysts will be expected to take part in project planning and presentations to senior executives of prospective and current clients

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package including pension, health insurance and life insurance
• Travel and assignments throughout Europe, US and rest of the world
• Extensive training and career development opportunities in international locations
• Rapid enhancement of your skills with constant exposure to new industries and projects
• Working with a multi-cultural, dynamic and engaged team and clients
• Opportunity to influence project direction and make a significant contribution
• Work in a hybrid consulting role, combining strategic business consulting skills with strong analytical methodologies

This position involves up to 80% travel. Analysts often work at client sites Mondays to Thursdays and are typically based in an A.T. Kearney office on Fridays.

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Analytics Associate

Primary Job Function: This role requires a creative and curious person who understands data requirements, has demonstrated practical knowledge and expertise in applying statistical models and querying tools to analyze, manipulate and validate data from a variety of data sources and platforms in order to deliver tangible results aligned to our clients objectives and success. You will work on a broad range of projects involving data gathering and analysis and data management as well as applying new technologies like data mining, predictive modelling and optimization to real life business problems.

You must demonstrate strong business acumen, previous analytics knowledge and strategic thinking. You will lead and support multiple projects for all data related matters, assist senior management with project planning and proposals as well as train, mentor and recruit Analysts and Senior Analysts.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Analysts and other team members to provide analytical rigor and technical expertise on client engagements and internal projects
• Understand our clients' business needs and develop accurate solutions
• Map where the information lies within complex corporations and work with our clients to gain access to the data
• Interview client contacts to validate data, collect qualitative information and gain client insight
• Analyze, manipulate, cleanse and validate data from a variety of data sources and platforms
• Create and deliver presentations of project findings, business requirements and data dictionaries to internal and client teams
• Deliver analytical solutions and statistical expertise on client engagements and internal projects
• Apply advanced statistics, linear optimization and other types of analytical models to business problems
• Develop and put into context analytical findings for business stakeholders
• Lay out an analytical framework and plan to execute using appropriate tools
• Develop recommendations and quantify their impact

Qualifications

• Master';s Degree, or PhD, is preferred with outstanding academic results from a top-tier university, preferably in a quantitative discipline such as statistics, econometrics, quantitative methods, computer science, informatics, operations research, supply chain or logistics.
• Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and deep relevant industry background as a consultant within a blue-chip environment will be considered
• Possess proven strong organizational, verbal communication and writing skills
• Fluent in English, second foreign language preferred
• Outstanding problem-solving skills to construct models that capture and analyze real life business situations
• Professional work ethic and integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to an intellectually challenging but rewarding career

Technical Requirements

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of SQL and other querying tools such as SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Teradata and others
• Proven analytical skills, including statistics tools to structure, develop and interpret models
• Ability to sense-check data for abnormalities and working with the client team to resolve inconsistencies
• Understanding and knowledge of various optimization tools (e.g., ILOG, Solver, etc.)
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following: VBA, SQL Business Intelligence Development Studio, Visual Studio, SPSS, SAS, JMP

Industry Requirements

• Demonstrated success in creating and delivering complex analytical solutions to business problems
• Knowledge of at least one industry and the market environment it operates in, including benchmarking and cost drivers
• Ability to understand the commercial impact of accurate data on client projects
• Lead project planning and presentations to senior executives of prospective and current clients

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package including pension, health insurance and life insurance
• Travel and assignments throughout Europe, US and rest of the world
• Extensive training and career development opportunities in international locations
• Rapid enhancement of your skills with constant exposure to new industries and projects
• Working with a multi-cultural, dynamic and engaged team and clients
• Opportunity to influence project direction and make a significant contribution
• Work in a hybrid consulting role, combining strategic business consulting skills with strong analytical methodologies

This position involves up to 80% travel. Analytics Associates often work at client sites Mondays to Thursdays and are typically based in an A.T. Kearney office on Fridays.

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Sourcing Associate

Primary Job Function: The Sourcing Associate's role is to  support a client category team through the strategic sourcing process throughout the course of an engagement and provide timely, high-quality deliverables that surpass the expectations and targets of the senior client stakeholders. Sourcing Associates gather and analyze data to identify strategy, operations and technology process improvements and develop innovative solutions that deliver tangible results. Beyond delivering great client work, you will support the growth of the firm though writing and publishing articles and podcast, supporting recruitment, training and mentoring of new colleagues, and use your entrepreneurial spirit to develop your knowledge and expertise into repeatable commercial offerings to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of the overall strategy for the client including RFI/P and on-line bidding and design of the bid structure
• Deliver strategic sourcing consulting to clients including guidance throughout the strategic sourcing and negotiation process
• Work with client teams to strategize how to best use appropriate sourcing technologies (Collaborative Optimization, eRFX, eAuctions) within the context of their ongoing commodity strategies
• Manage the sourcing process, validating final bids and generating and distributing RFP reports
• Drive the category team to provide timely, high-quality deliverables
• Conduct analysis, support benefits estimation and documentation
• Develop recommendations and quantify their impact
• Create and deliver presentations of project findings
• Partner with Analysts and other team members to provide analytical rigor and technical expertise on client engagements and internal projects
• Document category experience by developing formalised Intellectual Capital documents in order to continuously increase the breadth of knowledge within the firm
• Leverage knowledge and expertise to develop entrepreneurial and innovative solutions that showcases the firms thought leadership in the Supply Management field

Qualifications:

•  Master’s Degree or PhD is preferred with outstanding academic results from a top-tier university. Candidates with a Bachelors degree and deep relevant industry experience as a consultant or buyer with in a blue-chip environment will be considered
• Possess excellent organisational, verbal communication and writing skills
•  Fluent in English, second foreign language preferred
• Outstanding problem-solving skills that ensures complex business situations are analyzed and articulated effectively
• Professional work ethic and integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to an intellectually challenging but rewarding job

Technical and Industry Requirements

• Deep knowledge of at least one category/industry and the market environment it operates in, including market dynamics, benchmarking and cost drivers
• Demonstrated success in creating and delivering complex and innovative solutions to business problems
• Experience in developing pricing models/market baskets
• Ability to understand the commercial impact of accurate data on client projects
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations to senior executives
• Proficiency in Excel/Access/PowerPoint skills are necessary
• Proficient understanding of Internet technology

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package including pension, health insurance and life insurance
• Travel assignments throughout Europe, US and rest of the world
• Extensive training and career development opportunities in international locations
• Rapid enhancement of your skills with constant exposure to new industries and projects
• Working with a multi-cultural, dynamic and engaged team and clients
• Opportunity to influence project direction and make direct contribution to firm revenues
• Work in a hybrid consulting role, combining strategic business consulting skills with strong analytical methodologies

This position involves up to 80% travel. Sourcing Associates often work at client sites Mondays to Thursdays and are typically based in an A.T. Kearney office on Fridays.

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Sourcing Manager

Primary Job Function: The Sourcing Manager's role is to lead and coach internal and client category teams throughout the course of an engagement and drive the joint team to provide timely, high quality deliverables that surpass the expectations and targets of the senior client stakeholders. You will work with senior management to influence project direction in both the planning and execution ensuring that the team consistently delivers tangible results. Additionally, you will be recognized both internally and externally with the clients as a center of expertise within a particular field. Beyond delivering great client work, the role of a Sourcing Manager also involves significant business development activities including writing winning proposals, recruiting, training and mentoring new colleagues, collecting and documenting all category related intellectual capital (IC) post engagement, writing and publishing articles and podcast and using your entrepreneurial spirit to develop your knowledge and expertise into repeatable commercial offerings to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver strategic sourcing consulting to clients including guidance throughout the strategic sourcing and negotiation process for multiple categories
• Strategise with client teams how best to use appropriate sourcing technologies (Collaborative Optimization, eRFX, eAuctions) within the context of their ongoing commodity strategies
• Lead the client category team in developing communications documents in support of the strategy
• Manage the sourcing process, validating final bids and generating and distributing RFP reports
• Create benefits estimation and documentation
• Develop recommendations and quantify their impact
• Create and deliver presentations of project findings to senior client executives
• Document project experience by developing formalized Intellectual Capital documents in order to continuously increase the breadth of knowledge within the firm
• Leverage knowledge and expertise to develop entrepreneurial and innovative solutions that showcases the firms thought leadership in the Supply Management field.
• Create and deliver training session for internal colleagues and external clients in your field of expertise

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or PhD is preferred with outstanding academic results from a top-tier university. Candidates with a Bachelors degree and deep relevant industry experience as a consultant or manager within a blue-chip environment will be considered.
• Excellent organizational, verbal communication and writing skills
• Fluent in English, second foreign language preferred
• Strong political awareness and people management skills
• Outstanding problem-solving skills that ensures complex business situations are analyzed and articulated effectively
• Professional work ethic and integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to an intellectually challenging but rewarding career

Technical and Industry Requirements

• Deep category knowledge in at least one category and the market environment it operates in, including market dynamics and cost drivers
• Demonstrated success in creating and delivering complex and innovative solutions to business problems
• Experience in developing pricing models/market baskets
• Demonstrated project management skills, specifically in managing multiple projects
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations to senior executives
• Proficient understanding of Internet technology
• Proficiency in Excel/Access/PowerPoint skills are necessary
• Strong group facilitation skills
• Ability to function as both a team leader and a team member as appropriate

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package including pension, health insurance and life insurance
• Travel assignments throughout Europe, US and rest of the world
• Extensive training and career development opportunities in international locations
• Rapid enhancement of your skills with constant exposure to new industries and projects
• Working with a multi-cultural, dynamic and engaged team and clients
• Opportunity to influence project direction and make direct contribution to firm revenues
• Work in a hybrid consulting role, combining strategic business consulting skills with strong analytical methodologies

This position involves up to 80% travel. Sourcing Managers often work at client sites Mondays to Thursdays and are typically based in an A.T. Kearney office on Fridays.

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