MANAGER - FMCG (PARIS OFFICE)

The Manager role centres on project delivery with some involvement in business development as part of the practice team. A Manager will typically work on a single project at a time and will also help to develop pitches, write proposals, or with longer-range business development activity.

Specifically, the Manager role involves:

Leading strategy and diligence projects, from designing the approach to overseeing analysis to synthesising findings

Leading project teams (typically 3-6 people on a project), including assisting team members to develop consulting skills, i.e. helping motivated and talented individuals to progress quickly

Building strong working relationships with client contacts during projects, and beginning to build a personal network

Supporting sector team efforts to reinforce our position as leaders in strategy consultancy in our chosen areas

About The Candidate

Direct and manage analysis and delivery of consulting projects, ensuring client satisfaction

• Manage and motivate project teams…
• … and support the development and coaching of junior team members
• Work effectively with clients and other advisors
• Translate strategy and business needs into actionable recommendations
• Deliver against deadlines
• Assist in the design and delivery of client pitches and proposals
• Support the development of IP (in the form of publications, conference presentations, etc)

Excellent level of academic achievement from a top business or engineering school 5+ years’ experience gained partly or entirely in an external strategy consultancy environment and within the consumer goods industry Outstanding track record of achieving and exceeding objectives Experience of managing work streams and small teams is necessary Excellent leadership qualities A proven track record of developing successful relationships at senior executive to Board level

Personal Specification

Analytical clear thinker who can recognise critical issues and dedicate attention accordingly, a highly numerate individual, who is hypothesis and issue driven A true appreciation for rigour Very strong communication skills required for internal and external communication Straightforward, focused attitude A pragmatic, enthusiastic and structured do-er, with an ability to create and maintain pace whiles ensuring that energies are well focused and channelled High business ethics: honesty, respect for the individual and culturally unbiased Credible at Board level with the ability to relate well to clients and colleagues

Language

Native-speaker level French and excellent English

OC&C is a global strategy consulting firm with 14 offices around the world. We work for senior executives, providing solutions to some of the most exciting strategic problems in consulting today. We work in all industries, specialising in Retail, Consumer Goods, Media, B2B and B2C Services, Technology and Private Equity.

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