Manager, Industrials - Stout Strategy

Stout • Arlington, VA

7d

About The Position

Stout is looking for a Manager to support our Industrials practice and join our growing firm. At Stout, expectations are high but empowering. You will have direct access to Stout's leadership and key client decision makers. Your ideas will be heard, and your thoughts valued as we help clients grow and drive strategic advantage. Quite simply, you will get the developmental benefits of big firm clients with the high touch of a boutique culture.

Requirements

• BA or BS required with a clear track record of academic excellence in fields such as Economics, Business, Finance, or Engineering
• Three to five years of prior experience in consulting and/or industry experience, including experience supporting industrial clients in growth strategy, market intelligence, or other professional services to industrial clients
• An aptitude for networking and executive-level interviewing
• Well-honed business acumen and analytical skills
• Strong communication, writing, and critical-thinking skills
• Work ethic, dedicated, organized, detail-oriented, and accountable
• Time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Advanced skill set in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in business, management, finance, engineering, or other relevant degree preferred
• Foreign language capabilities are a plus
• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Drive project processes from start-to-finish ensuring output meets Stout’s standards for quality of insight and client impact
• Support the analysis of industrial market trends, competitive dynamics, supply chain developments, end-market demand drivers, and technological innovation to identify opportunities and inform investment decisions
• Oversee and conduct original research, contact development, primary intelligence, and executive-level interviewing with manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, customers, and industry experts to develop unique insight regarding market dynamics and strategic decisions
• Oversee and support the development of best-in-class materials that exceed client expectations (in terms of research depth, analytical rigor, and visualization)
• Partner with clients on engagements by cultivating a collaborative environment and providing high-touch service
• Develop mastery of Stout's research methodologies, analytical approaches, and expertise within industrial sectors such as, agriculture, farming, industrial equipment and heavy machinery, building products, packaging, plastics, and metals & specialty materials
• Serve as a true project manager across engagements, from scoping and work planning through execution and final delivery
• Collaborate effectively with Stout’s subject matter experts and cross-functional stakeholders, applying strong business acumen to anticipate client needs and ensure engagement outcomes meet or exceed expectations
• Coach and nurture junior staff and provide team members with developmental and fulfilling opportunities on projects
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary time off policy
• Ongoing training
• Mentorship
• Employee resource groups
• Clear performance feedback
• Annual bonus plan

What This Job Offers

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