Decision Analytics Associate Consultant- Commercial Strategy & Insights

ZS; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques to deliver rigorous research-driven insights for life sciences clients.

Join a high-impact team that blends analytics, consulting, and strategy, translating data into actionable recommendations for stakeholders while collaborating across global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in any discipline with strong quantitative coursework such as operations research, data science, statistics, econometrics or engineering.
• 2–4 years of relevant post‑collegiate job experience; a PhD may substitute for work experience.
• Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical or life sciences is preferred but not required.
• Experience in management consulting, healthcare consulting, life sciences consulting, or other client-facing advisory roles is preferred but not required.
• Ability to translate data, research or analyses into recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in team-oriented, client-facing or cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and project teams to solve complex business challenges across customer insights, commercial analytics and commercial strategy.
• Apply analytical frameworks and data-driven approaches to identify opportunities and support decision-making.
• Translate data and research findings into clear, actionable recommendations for client stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure ambiguous business problems and develop practical solutions.
• Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through presentations, workshops, and executive-ready deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted contributor on project teams.
• Create project deliverables, manage workstreams and provide project status updates.
• Guide and mentor Associates while contributing to the development of team capabilities and best practices.
• Partner with global colleagues across the U.S. and India to deliver high-quality solutions in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Business judgment

Team collaboration

Client-first mentality

Problem-solving

Fast-paced work ethic

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree with quantitative focus

2–4 years post-college experience (PhD may substitute)

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Insights & Analytics

ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem‑solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

Decision Analytics Associate Consultant: Commercial Strategy & Insights

Join a high-impact team that helps leading life sciences organizations make smarter business decisions through the integration of customer insights, commercial analytics, and strategic problem-solving. In this role, you'll work across a diverse portfolio of business challenges, partnering with stakeholders to uncover opportunities, translate data into actionable recommendations, and drive meaningful outcomes. The position offers a unique blend of analytics, consulting, and strategy work, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy solving complex problems while influencing business decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with clients and project teams to solve complex business challenges across customer insights, commercial analytics and commercial strategy.
• Apply analytical frameworks and data-driven approaches to identify opportunities, answer business questions and support decision‑making.
• Translate data and research findings into clear, actionable recommendations for client stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to structure ambiguous business problems and develop practical solutions.
• Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through presentations, workshops, and executive ready deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while serving as a trusted contributor on project teams.
• Create project deliverables, manage workstreams and provide project status updates.
• Guide and mentor Associates while contributing to the development of team capabilities and best practices.
• Partner with global colleagues across the U.S. and India to deliver high‑quality solutions in a collaborative team environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's or master's degree required in any discipline with strong record of academic success in quantitative and analytic coursework such as operations research, applied mathematics, management science, data science, statistics, econometrics or engineering.
• 2-4 years of relevant post‑collegiate job experience. A PhD may substitute in lieu of work experience.
• Healthcare, pharmaceutical or life sciences experience is preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in management consulting, healthcare consulting, life sciences consulting, or other client‑facing advisory roles is preferred but not required.
• Ability to combine analytical thinking with business judgment and strategic problem‑solving.
• Experience translating data, research or analyses into recommendations for business stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in team‑oriented, client‑facing or cross‑functional environments.
• High motivation, intellectual curiosity, maturity and personal initiative.
• Empathy, adaptability and emotional intelligence.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Aptitude for and enjoyment of working in fast‑paced teams.
• Fluency in English
• Client‑first mentality
• Intense work ethicCollaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross‑functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on‑site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face‑to‑face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client‑facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.