Consultant, Data Specialist

Ducker Research Europe GmbH; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

20 days paid time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Ducker Carlisle, a global consulting firm, seeks a Consultant to join our team in Boston or Troy. You will structure and execute analyses supporting project objectives, with exposure to client-facing opportunities and cross-team collaboration.

You will build data models, create visualizations, and communicate insights to drive actionable recommendations. This role offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline with strong academic record.
• 2+ years of analytics experience in supply chain, inventory, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, or related operations.
• Experience using data to solve supply chain problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with large datasets.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; expertise in Python, R, SQL or similar tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to produce client-ready work.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Build data models and conduct quantitative analyses to evaluate inventory, procurement, cost, service, and operational performance.
• Clean, structure, validate, and reconcile large datasets from multiple client sources.
• Analyze datasets to identify trends, root causes, performance gaps, and recommendations.
• Develop repeatable analytical tools and models to support scenario analysis and decisions.
• Create data visualizations, dashboards, and other analytical outputs.
• Translate complex analysis into clear insights and recommended actions.
• Present findings to clients and senior staff.
• Manage analytical workstreams, including planning, progress tracking, and quality control.
• Collaborate with project teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Skills

Data analytics

Excel

Python

SQL

Data visualization

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, operations, economics, mathematics, statistics, data analytics, computer science

Tools

Python

SQL

R

Job description

Although the position is posted in Boston, it may be based in either Boston, MA, or Troy, MI.

Why Work for Ducker Carlisle

We areuniquelypositionedas aboutiquefirm with a global footprintserving some of the world’s largest companies.You will havetheopportunity tomeaningfully

We value and recognize our employees’ hard work through Project of the Quarter, employee shoutouts, andregularperformancereviews.Collaboration and inclusivity areat the core of our culture. We hostfrequent socialevents,organizelocal volunteer opportunities, andofferhybridworkschedules.Our employees can access a competitive benefits package including 20 days of paid time off/year, 401(k) matching,and medical, dental and vision insurance.

What You’ll Do

Consultants play an integral role within our project teams.Consultantsare responsible for structuring and executing analyses that support projectobjectivesandaretypicallyassignedtoonete or two project teams simultaneously.As a Consultant at Ducker Carlisle,your work will be rigorous,and its impact will be evident.You will have exposure to clientfacing opportunities. You can expect to learn, be challenged, and be encouraged to grow and develop throughout your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Build data models and conduct quantitative analyses to evaluate inventory, procurement, cost, service, and operational performance
• Clean, structure, validate, and reconcile large datasets from multiple client sources
• Analyze datasets to identify trends, root causes, performance gaps, and improvement recommendations for clients
• Develop repeatable analytical tools and models to support scenario analysis and client decision-making
• Develop data visualizations, dashboards, and other analytical outputs
• Translate complex analysis into clear insights, implications, and recommended actions
• Present findings to clients and to senior consulting staff
• Manage assigned analytical workstreams, including analysis planning, progress tracking, quality control, and timely completion of deliverables
• Collaborate with project teams in a fast-paced consulting environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, operations, economics, mathematics, statistics, data analytics, computer science, or a related quantitative discipline with a strong academic record
• 2+ years of professional experience performing analytics within supply chain, inventory, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, or a closely related operations environment
• Demonstrated experience using data to solve inventory, procurement, or other supply chain business problems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience working with large and imperfect datasets, data modeling, and data visualization
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required; expertise in Python, R, SQL, or other statistical tools is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex analysis clearly and professionally
• High attention to detail and ability to produce client-ready work
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $115,000 annually. Exact compensation is determined based upon qualifications,experience, and location. Consultants are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance.

Please Note

We encourage all our staff to work froma Ducker Carlisle officeas often as is feasible; our hybrid work schedule suggests that most local team members work in the office 3-4 days per week when they are not traveling to clients.

Ducker Carlisle is an equal opportunity employer.

You will be considered without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, qualified veteran's status, disability, or any other categories protected by law.

Ducker Carlisle is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us if you require an accommodation during the application process.