European Procurement Consultant — Growth & Impact

McKinsey & Company; Wien; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company is seeking a candidate to join the Operations Practice in Europe, focusing on solving procurement and operational challenges.

You will identify issues, form hypotheses, design analyses, and synthesize recommendations, working with teams across Europe to develop purchasing strategies that give clients a competitive edge. You will receive training, coaching, and mentoring from senior leaders as you grow.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and exceptional academics required.
• Broad experience in strategic purchasing and/or supply management (e.g., global sourcing strategies, cross functional category management, RfQ processes and negotiations, talent development and capability building).
• Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities.
• Mobility and enthusiasm for taking on European assignments during the work week.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English and local office language.

Responsibilities

• You will play an active role in problem solving for clients including identifying issues, forming hypotheses, designing, and conducting analyses, and synthesizing conclusions into recommendations.
• You’ll work with colleagues and clients from a wide range of business areas across Europe to develop purchasing strategies that support clients' business objectives and give them a competitive edge.
• You will also gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm. You will receive exceptional training, frequent coaching, and mentoring from colleagues and senior leaders on your teams.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Supply management

Leadership

Mobility

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Job description

McKinsey & Company is seeking a candidate to join the Operations Practice in Europe, focusing on solving procurement and operational challenges.

You will identify issues, form hypotheses, design analyses, and synthesize recommendations, working with teams across Europe to develop purchasing strategies that give clients a competitive edge. You will receive training, coaching, and mentoring from senior leaders as you grow.