Specialist - Packaging & Paper

McKinsey & Company; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning culture

Global community

Competitive salary

Impactful voice

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Specialist in Paper & Packaging to join their Helsinki office. The role involves working on client engagements, analyzing data, and preparing professional deliverables. Candidates must have a strong background in the packaging industry, with at least 3 years of experience and an undergraduate degree. This position offers a dynamic environment, opportunities for growth, and world-class benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the packaging industry.
• Deep knowledge of commercial excellence, operational improvements, and market trends.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage tasks independently.
• Data-driven decision making and rational analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal English; local language skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing data and developing strategies.
• Preparing professional deliverables such as PowerPoint and Excel models.
• Collaborating with junior colleagues to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with junior colleagues, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Data-driven decision making

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

Undergraduate degree

Advanced graduate degree (MBA, PhD)

Job description

Specialist - Paper & Packaging

McKinsey & Company

Join us in Helsinki as part of our Packaging & Paper practice, helping packaging and paper companies achieve sustainable and inclusive growth through strategy, operational improvements, and advanced analytics.

What You'll Do

As a Specialist, you will work on client engagements across regions and substrates, owning workstreams or key components of projects. Your responsibilities include:

• Analyzing data, testing hypotheses, and developing strategies and recommendations.
• Preparing professional deliverables such as PowerPoint decks, Excel models, and written summaries.
• Leading or contributing to internal knowledge initiatives, conferences, and client workshops.
• Collaborating with junior colleagues, providing guidance, and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; advanced graduate degree (MBA, PhD, etc.) or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in the packaging industry, with deep knowledge of commercial excellence, operational improvements, and market trends.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to initiate and complete tasks independently.
• Data-driven decision making and proficiency in rational analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in local language(s) is an asset.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a complex, autonomous environment.
• Flexibility to work outside traditional business hours and travel to challenging environments.

Benefits

• Continuous learning culture with structured programs and coaching.
• Voice that matters: your ideas and contributions have tangible impact.
• Global community across 65+ countries and 100+ nationalities.
• World‑class benefits and competitive salary based on location, experience, and skills.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Consulting and Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Consumer Services, Plastics Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing