Junior Research Analyst/Research Analyst - Manufacturing

McKinsey & Company Inc., a leading international management consulting firm, is currently recruiting a Junior Research Analyst or Research Analyst for its Manufacturing practice, part of the Operations Practice. The researcher will be located in the North American Knowledge Center (“NAKC”) in Waltham (20 minutes outside of Boston, MA).

This individual will support McKinsey consultants in the area of manufacturing by collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and synthesizing information that helps solve specific business problems. The analyst will also assist with practice research and clientele development research activities.

Detailed Description: Responsibilities include:

· Working with consulting teams to articulate, scope, and prioritize their research needs

· Determining the most appropriate, cost-effective, and timely research solutions to meet the team’s needs

· Efficiently gathering necessary raw information and partnering with Research & Information (“R&I”) colleagues to leverage full range of internal/external sources

· Organizing, analyzing, and synthesizing facts into targeted, formatted end products (e.g., exhibits, summaries, basic fact packs, and spreadsheets)

Desired Skills: The ideal candidate will possess the following:

· Strong problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills

· Inquisitive, investigative nature (an interest in manufacturing topics is helpful)

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Understanding of general business concepts and terminology (experience with lean manufacturing and related topics especially relevant)

· Professional attitude and service orientation

· Strong IT skills, including high levels of proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint

· Strong multi-tasking abilities

· An undergraduate degree from a respected institution and record of strong academic achievement

· Demonstrated research experience in an academic or business setting is preferred

Background/Training: We are seeking a creative and energetic professional with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, organizational, and computer/database skills to be part of our Research and Information (“R&I”) team.

About the Practice: The Manufacturing practice helps clients rapidly achieve lasting performance improvements in their production environments, through transforming both the organization and physical systems of client companies through direct involvement in their operations and by building client capabilities.

For more information about the practice, visit our website: http://www.mckinsey.com/clientservice/operations/index.asp

How to apply:  If you fit this profile and are available immediately to start work at NAKC in Waltham, MA, we invite you to apply for the Manufacturing Research Analyst position.

 

To submit an application, click on the link below.  Please include a cover letter, indicating your specific interest in the role. 

http://www.mckinsey.com/careers/knowledge_center/opportunities/