Business Analyst - Operations

McKinsey & Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous retirement contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in the United States is seeking a Business Analyst to join a client service team and take ownership of a workstream to solve some of the toughest challenges our clients face. You will collaborate with clients and colleagues across functions, using research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and actionable plans that drive lasting change.

This role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and the ability to deliver measurable impact in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year experience in related field.
• Exposure to capital excellence, infrastructure, process improvement, or supply chain concepts.
• Aptitude for analytics and data-driven problem solving.
• Proven leadership in work or extracurricular activities.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication skills and comfort with travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Own a client workstream and drive solving top challenges for clients.
• Collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues to uncover root issues.
• Develop actionable plans and drive transformations for durable impact.
• Leverage research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel up to 80%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place.

Your Impact

As a business analyst, you will join a client service team and take ownership of a workstream to solve some of the toughest challenges our clients face.

Your clients won't be just any clients—they're some of the most influential organizations around, from Fortune 500 giants to innovative startups. We will expect you to go the extra mile, delivering solutions that solve immediate problems and drive long-term change. We'll rely on your judgment and integrity to ensure our recommendations are effective and long-lasting.

You will take on a role that goes beyond advising. You'll be at the heart of the action—helping to uncover the true challenges behind a client's strategy and creating actionable plans that drive real change. Working alongside clients and other McKinsey colleagues, you'll combine research, analyzing data, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and breakthrough solutions. Your commitment to our values will be crucial in earning our clients' trust and delivering results that matter.

As you collaborate directly with clients, you'll help them solve problems, refine strategies, and implement transformations. By equipping them with the tools and knowledge to continue innovating and improving after we've left, you'll ensure the impact of our work endures. In doing so, you'll uphold McKinsey's commitment to making a meaningful difference in the industries and communities we serve.

Your Growth

Driving lasting impact and building long‑term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture—doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won't find anywhere else.

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World‑class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree
• 1+ years of experience
• Understanding and exposure to capital excellence & infrastructure, process improvement, product development, procurement, manufacturing & supply chain concepts and interest in network design, sales and operations planning (S&OP), inventory, or physical flow management
• Clear demonstration of having led operational improvements and in managing key transformation factors (e.g., performance management systems, mindsets/behaviors)
• Demonstrated aptitude for analytics
• Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Skills to communicate complex ideas effectively
• Comfortable with extensive travel, up to 80%

Salary and Compensation

Certain U.S. jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. To help you understand what you can expect, the salary range for new joiners in this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, is $125,000 - $132,000 USD gross per year. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest salary for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start. Actual salaries may vary based on office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date, and our current organizational needs. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.

Industries

• Aerospace & Defense
• Automotive & Assembly

Capabilities

• Operations