Industrials Consulting - Management Consulting Manager

Accenture; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Strategy & Consulting in the United States is seeking a Management Consulting Manager for the Industrials sector to drive Sales, Dealer Management, Aftermarket, and Supply Chain/Manufacturing Operations initiatives. You will articulate strategic roadmaps, lead multi-workstream programs, and guide clients through reinvention.

Travel up to 100% may be required. A minimum of 5 years in consulting and a Bachelor’s degree are expected; strong leadership and client-management skills are

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of consulting experience in the Industrial sector (Sales, Dealer Management, Aftermarket, Supply Chain/Manufacturing Operations, Data/AI).
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, transformational programmes with multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with senior client stakeholders and drive delivery.
• Coach, mentor and develop junior team members.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exercise strong problem-solving ability and sound business judgement.
• Navigate ambiguous, fast-moving environments while prioritising workstreams.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Workstream management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We Are:

Accenture helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organisations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. We bring together the talent of our approximately 799,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale. Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology. We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $70 billion in FY25 revenue. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

You Are:

Management Consulting Manager professionals will be part of the leading Strategy & Consulting practice in the Industrials sector and will possess one or multiple of the following areas of expertise – Sales, Dealer Management, Aftermarket, Supply Chain/Manufacturing Operations, Data/AI – to play a pivotal role in addressing industry requirements. This experience will enable you to provide strategic advice, implement solutions, and optimise business processes for clients in the Industrial sector.

Management Consulting professionals should be able to:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of industry fundamentals and leading functional practices.
• Formulate solutions for complex problems using a fact-based, hypothesis-driven approach.
• Translate recommendations into actionable roadmaps and programme plans.
• Possess a bias for action and a sense of urgency while maintaining a process-oriented approach and sound business judgement.
• Establish strong credibility and cultivate relationships with senior client leaders through thought leadership, exceptional delivery, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork.
• Navigate the global Accenture network effectively, leveraging expertise to generate valuable executive insights and contribute to client business development.

The Work:

In the dynamic landscape of today's business world, leaders are seeking rapid and confident reinvention to increase resilience, mitigate risks, and foster sustainable growth. Accenture Strategy & Consulting plays a pivotal role in this transformative journey. We bring together strategic visionaries, industry experts, practitioners from every enterprise function, business intelligence professionals, change specialists, and data and AI authorities to co-create each client’s unique path to reinvention.

Key Highlights:

• Diverse Expertise: Our team's varied skill sets and backgrounds create an environment rich in perspectives, ensuring holistic solutions.
• Tech‑Enabled Transformation: We drive successful tech‑enabled transformations to keep our clients ahead by leveraging the latest assets and platforms.
• Trusted Partnerships: As trusted partners to business leaders globally, we deliver innovative solutions tailored to unique challenges.
• Global Network: Integrated with Accenture's larger ecosystem, we collaborate seamlessly across services, tapping into a vast pool of resources and expertise.

As part of Accenture Strategy & Consulting, you'll play a vital role in guiding clients through reinvention. Collaborate with a diverse team to contribute to tech‑enabled transformations, delivering impactful solutions that redefine success. Join a global network that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Accenture Strategy & Consulting isn't just a service – it's an integral part of Accenture, shaping the future of businesses worldwide. If you're ready to contribute to the evolving business landscape, this is the place to be.

Travel as needed, up to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Here's What You Need:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Consulting in the Industrial sector to include but not limited to: Sales, Dealer Management, Aftermarket, Supply Chain/Manufacturing Operations, Data/AI.
• Bachelor's degree.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to lead large, transformational programmes with multiple workstreams and stakeholders
• Strong client management skills, including with senior stakeholders
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving ability and sound business judgement
• Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast‑moving situations
• Ability to resolve issues and manage risk proactivelyAbility to manage and prioritise multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Project management in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to execute projects and bring innovation to our clients
• Results‑driven, strong analytics mindset.
• Problem solving, process oriented, ability to foster team spirit and performance
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to clearly communicate ideas and results to all organisation levels
• People development and team building skills

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 10/10/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $94,400 to $293,800
Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000
Colorado $94,400 to $253,800
District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300
Illinois $87,400 to $253,800
Maine $80,400 to $216,200
Maryland $94,400 to $253,800
Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300
Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800
New York $87,400 to $293,800
New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800
Virginia $87,400 to $270,300
Washington $100,500 to $270,300

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