Decision Analytics Consultant- CMC

Zs Associates; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Health and well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Chicago seeks a Supply Chain Consultant - Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in pharmaceutical CMC development, manage projects and teams, and work directly with clients to solve complex business challenges. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and substantial experience in pharmaceutical development. The position follows a hybrid work model and offers a variety of opportunities for professional growth and skills development.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in a pharmaceutical CMC organization is required.
• Hands-on experience in CMC development functions such as Process Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
• Experience presenting to senior leaders and executives.

Responsibilities

• Leverage quantitative skills to address ongoing business analytics questions.
• Collaborate with clients to determine specific business information needs.
• Communicate data results to clients focusing on actionable insights.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Pharmaceutical CMC knowledge

Project management

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Biotechnology

Tools

Data systems (ELN, LIMS, ERP)

Job description

Overview

ZS is 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. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each engagement. We partner with 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.

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.

Position: Supply Chain Consultant - Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls

ZS is looking to hire a Decision Analytics Consultant in ZS\'s Supply Chain and Manufacturing practice with experience in pharmaceutical drug development and tech transfer. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver projects in the pharmaceutical CMC development area for ZS clients. This includes serving as a subject matter expert on drug substance and drug product manufacturing in client discussions, managing teams and projects, and contributing to Supply Chain and Manufacturing practice development.

What You’ll Do

• Leverage quantitative skills to derive answers to clients\' ongoing business analytics and reporting questions
• Work collaboratively with clients to ascertain their specific business information needs
• Upskill on concepts relevant to solving client problems across modalities
• Discuss and determine with clients which specific data may be best utilized to perform the necessary analysis
• Evaluate, assess and analyze the data necessary to provide solutions to clients\' particular business information needs
• Communicate the data results to the client, with an emphasis on answering the business question rather than the analytical and reporting processes used
• Gain immediate familiarity with client\'s internal processes
• Develop expertise within a client analytics area
• Be available for clients during regular working hours

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor\'s (and often graduate) degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biotechnology or similar degree
• 6-8 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical CMC organization
• Hands-on experience with at least one function in CMC development such as Process Chemistry, Process Engineering, Formulation, and Analytical Chemistry
• Knowledge of key concepts including unit operations, processes, quality by design (QbD), tech transfer, process validation, quality attributes, and regulatory milestones across pharma development
• Understanding of data systems such as ELN, LIMS, ERP systems, and LCM or PLM systems
• Understanding of CMC related regulatory submission requirements
• Ability to translate knowledge of concepts across modalities, if needed
• Experience presenting to senior leaders, executives, and audiences with CMC backgrounds
• Hands-on experience with data analytics with ability to generate insights from data from various sources
• Ability to lead multiple workstreams and demonstrate effective time and project management skills
• Experience with at least one tech transfer, exposure to analytics, AI and/or technology implementation in CMC preferred

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

Hybrid working model

Z S is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week. Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Perks & Benefits

ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empower you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

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.

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. If you\u2019re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply. 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. To complete your application: candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts, is required to be considered. No agency calls.