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Consultant - Supply Chain Management

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McKinsey & Company

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Consulting
    Logistics
  • Hamburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master’s degree, supply chain management experience, leadership skills, mobility for European assignments, strong analytical abilities, and effective communication in English and local language.
  • You will solve client problems, conduct analyses, synthesize recommendations, participate in training, and develop expertise in operations excellence, focusing on supply chain management.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree and exceptional academics required
  • Initial experience in supply chain management (e.g., design and implementation of logistics strategy, network design and optimization, transportation, warehouse design and optimization, supply chain planning and management processes, supply chain modeling and optimization)
  • Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities
  • Mobility and enthusiasm for taking on European assignments during the work week
  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English and local office language

Responsibilities

  • You will play an active role in problem solving for clients including identifying issues, forming hypotheses, designing, and conducting analyses, and synthesizing conclusions into recommendations.
  • As part of our two-year Operations Excellence Program (OEP), you will work on client engagements in the same way as any other McKinsey consultant.
  • You will gain leading edge operations and consultancy skills, primarily through on-the-job coaching, which will be complemented by the OEP’s structured capability-building program.
  • During your first few years with the firm, you will serve as a junior practice specialist on multiple client engagements and work with a number of colleagues and clients in a range of industry and operations service lines.
  • You will acquire the necessary knowledge and expertise to help companies achieve excellence in their operations.
  • Along with other members of the OEP community, you will dedicate many days to functional training and knowledge development under the leadership of our operations experts.
  • You will follow a curriculum based on operations excellence themes and will receive advanced training in one of six specific areas of operations manufacturing, product development, purchasing, service operations, supply chain management, or capital excellence.
  • Upon completion of the program, successful consultants will join our global group of leading experts in operational excellence.

FAQs

What type of degree is required for the Consultant - Supply Chain Management position?

A Master’s degree with exceptional academics is required for this position.

Is prior experience in supply chain management necessary?

Yes, initial experience in supply chain management is required, including areas such as logistics strategy, network design, and supply chain optimization.

What qualities or skills are necessary for this role?

Candidates should possess exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities in English and the local office language, and a proven record of leadership.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the position offers extensive professional development opportunities, including on-the-job coaching and participation in the Operations Excellence Program (OEP).

Is mobility a requirement for the Consultant position?

Yes, mobility and enthusiasm for taking on European assignments during the work week are required.

How does the Operations Excellence Program (OEP) enhance my career?

The OEP provides structured capability-building training and practical experience on client engagements, preparing you for a rewarding career in operational excellence.

What is the application process for this role?

The application should be submitted in English and must include your CV and transcripts, indicating all relevant grades.

Where will I be based if I join McKinsey?

You will be based in one of our European offices as part of our Operations Practice.

What type of projects will I work on in this role?

You will work on client engagements addressing complex operational challenges, developing and implementing logistics strategies to improve customer service while reducing costs.

What happens after completing the Operations Excellence Program?

Successful consultants will join a global group of leading experts in operational excellence and may progress through various levels of the firm from associate to partner.

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McKinsey & Company

Business Consulting and Services

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1926
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance