Decision Analytics Associate Consultant- Commercial Strategy & Insights

ZS • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Insights & Analytics
ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.
Decision Analytics Associate Consultant: Commercial Strategy & Insights
Join a high-impact team that helps leading life sciences organizations make smarter business decisions through the integration of customer insights, commercial analytics, and strategic problem-solving. In this role, you'll work across a diverse portfolio of business challenges, partnering with stakeholders to uncover opportunities, translate data into actionable recommendations, and drive meaningful outcomes. The position offers a unique blend of analytics, consulting, and strategy work, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy solving complex problems while influencing business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree required in any discipline with strong record of academic success in quantitative and analytic coursework such as operations research, applied mathematics, management science, data science, statistics, econometrics or engineering.
• 2-4 years of relevant post-collegiate job experience. A PhD may substitute in lieu of work experience.
• Ability to combine analytical thinking with business judgment and strategic problem-solving.
• Experience translating data, research or analyses into recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in team-oriented, client-facing or cross-functional environments.
• High motivation, intellectual curiosity, maturity and personal initiative.
• Empathy, adaptability and emotional intelligence.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Aptitude for and enjoyment of working in fast-paced teams.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare, pharmaceutical or life sciences experience is preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in management consulting, healthcare consulting, life sciences consulting, or other client-facing advisory roles is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and project teams to solve complex business challenges across customer insights, commercial analytics and commercial strategy.
• Apply analytical frameworks and data-driven approaches to identify opportunities, answer business questions and support decision-making.
• Translate data and research findings into clear, actionable recommendations for client stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure ambiguous business problems and develop practical solutions.
• Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through presentations, workshops, and executive ready deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted contributor on project teams.
• Create project deliverables, manage workstreams and provide project status updates.
• Guide and mentor Associates while contributing to the development of team capabilities and best practices.
• Partner with global colleagues across the U.S. and India to deliver high-quality solutions in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development.
• Robust skills‑building programs
• Multiple career progression paths
• Internal mobility
• Deeply collaborative culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level