Consultant, Operations - Procurement

Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Wien; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Boston Consulting Group invites experienced professionals to join the Operations Practice (OPS) in Austria, focusing on procurement. You will develop and implement procurement strategies, analyze processes, and collaborate with client teams to drive value and performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in operations, strong analytical and communication skills, and fluent German and English (C1). This role offers a challenging environment with diverse industries and impact across client

Qualifications

• Typically 3–5 years in Operations, focusing on procurement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with clients across industries.
• Excellent written and spoken communication and collaboration.
• Fluent German and English (C1) in both written and spoken forms.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of procurement strategies to drive client value.
• Analyze procurement processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with client teams to deliver impactful procurement/operations solutions.
• Communicate insights clearly, aligning with procurement objectives and stakeholders.
• Contribute to procurement-related projects, boosting client impact and resilience.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Client experience

Communication

German (C1)

English (C1)

Job description

Locations: Germany | Austria

Who We Are

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

The Operations Practice (OPS) Area is one of BCG's largest functional practices. We help our clients create competitive advantage by enhancing their performance and building strategic capabilities. BCG's expertise in Operations covers the following areas - supply chain management, procurement, manufacturing, service operations, cost efficiency, operational transformation, research & product development, program and project management, all with a strong digital and analytics overlay.

At BCG, we revolutionize traditional Procurement by helping clients unlock exceptional value across costs, innovation, quality, sustainability, speed, and risk reduction. Leveraging cutting-edge expertise, proprietary tools, and a robust network of digital and procurement specialists, we deliver agile, hands-on solutions. Our consultants shape the Procurement functions of the future, empowered by AI to tackle cost pressures, build sustainable supply chains, and enhance resilience—all while driving innovation, quality, and speed. Join us to make a real impact on how companies source and thrive in a dynamic world.

What You'll Do

• Support the development and implementation of innovative procurement strategies to drive value for clients.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of procurement processes, offering strategic insights to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with client teams to deliver impactful solutions in procurement and operations.
• Communicate insights effectively, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Serve as a key contributor in procurement-related projects, applying your expertise to enhance operational performance and maximize client impact.

What You'll Bring

• Approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience in Operations, particularly in the area of procurement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experienced in working with clients across various industries, helping them tackle their most difficult challenges and create sustainable value.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in team settings and interact with diverse stakeholders.
• Fluent oral and written language skills in German and English (C1 level each)

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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