Senior Consultant Healthcare & Life Sciences, Commercial Strategy

Simon-Kucher & Partners • Boston, MA

314d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. We are a global management consulting firm that specializes in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales. We help companies optimize their commercial strategies and achieve profitable growth. With 40 years of experience, we have a strong track record of delivering tangible results for our clients across various industries. Our Healthcare & Life Science Division works across the highly innovative, complex healthcare sector, including pharmaceuticals & biotech, medical technology, diagnostics, digital health & healthcare IT, healthcare B2B, providers, consumer health, and animal health. Our North America Healthcare & Life teams are based in Boston, Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. As a global division, our project teams often include colleagues from around the world. We value the expertise and perspectives each of our diverse colleagues brings to the table and encourage collaboration across offices and disciplines.

Requirements

• Has an undergraduate and/or graduate degree from an accredited university/college in the life sciences, bioengineering, engineering, economics, business, or science field.
• 2+ years of full-time work experience with an undergraduate degree or 2-year Master's degree, preferably in consulting, change management, continuous improvement, project management, or functional experience in pricing, market access, marketing, and sales.
• Professional experience in analyzing and solving complex problems, which includes defining actionable recommendations using well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of commercial, cross-functional, marketing, pricing, and sales concepts paired with relevant work experience.
• Record of accomplishment in managing multiple projects, including work plans and deliverables.
• Strong collaboration and teaming skills.
• Inclusive and empathetic team member; has had some supervisory experience in mentoring and coaching others.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a client-focused attitude.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Complex data analytical skills using Python, SQL is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Working in teams for a wide variety of clients, products, and project types, while building industry, business, and subject matter expertise through fast-paced projects.
• Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to address business challenges and capitalize on market opportunities.
• Analyze and interpret data to support commercial, pricing, and sales strategies, identify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with project teams to drive various client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and contributing to client workshops.
• Create compelling presentations and reports for clients, showcasing findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner.
• Gain exposure to client interactions by participating in meetings and workshops and leading discussions and presentations as appropriate.
• Engage in workshops and training sessions to enhance consulting and business acumen, as well as understanding of Simon-Kucher's methodologies.
• Lead and guide junior team members to develop innovative and actionable insights and recommendations using data, analytics, and research.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging for all.

Benefits

• Competitive suite of health benefits.
• 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching.
• Employee Bonus Opportunity Program.
• Paid time off.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance.
• Basic life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree