Business Strategy – Senior Consultant (CPG, Retail)
SDG Group•Chicago, IL
•Hybrid
About The Position
SDG Group is a global consulting firm specializing in Data, Analytics, and AI. As a Senior Consultant in the Business Strategy team, you will work with leading Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and Retail companies to drive data-driven transformation. You will advise senior stakeholders, understand business needs, identify high-impact analytical use cases, and optimize data processes. The role combines industry expertise and stakeholder management with the ability to connect business goals to technical solutions.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in business consulting, data strategy, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of CPG industry challenges, key business processes, and industry-specific use cases.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects effectively.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly with senior leaders.
- Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate complex business strategies and needs into actionable data insights.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in or with the CPG or Retail industry.
- Experience working with analytics products as a Product Manager or Product Owner.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify high-value use cases and develop strategic roadmaps for analytical implementation aligned with client priorities.
- Serve as a Product Manager for strategic developments, guiding prioritization, managing risk, and defining features to support timely, high-quality delivery.
- Build trust and communication between business and development teams and act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders.
- Develop a deep understanding of client business processes and provide expert guidance on development decisions and proposals.
- Evaluate and recommend data providers, technological solutions, and advanced tools.
- Interpret insights and present recommendations to improve client strategy.
- Define and execute data and analytics process improvement roadmaps to optimize the impact and efficiency of clients’ analytics lifecycle.
- Lead small project teams, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and mentor junior team members.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and regular salary reviews.
- Competitive salary.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
- 3+ weeks of paid vacation.
- Flexible holiday schedule.
- Hybrid working arrangements balancing on-site and remote work.
- Welcoming, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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