Manufacturing & Supply Chain Analyst — Strategy & Transformation

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

Job summary

McKinsey & Company is seeking a Business Analyst in Boston to join a client service team and own a workstream addressing complex challenges faced by leading organizations. You will combine research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and drive actionable, lasting change.

You will work directly with clients and colleagues across McKinsey, applying rigorous analytics, problem‑solving, and leadership to deliver results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 1+ years of experience in related roles or industries.
• Understanding of supply chain concepts and interest in network design, S&OP, inventory, or physical flow management.
• Hands-on experience leading operational improvements and change management initiatives.
• Demonstrated analytics aptitude and data-driven decision making.
• Proven leadership in work settings or extracurricular activities.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels and communicate complex ideas effectively.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a workstream to solve challenging client problems.
• Collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues to develop actionable plans and transformations.
• Use research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to uncover root causes and insights.
• Provide practical recommendations that drive long‑term impact and sustainable change.

Skills

Supply chain concepts

Analytics

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Change management

Problem solving

Travel up to 80%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

McKinsey & Company is seeking a Business Analyst in Boston to join a client service team and own a workstream addressing complex challenges faced by leading organizations. You will combine research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and drive actionable, lasting change.

You will work directly with clients and colleagues across McKinsey, applying rigorous analytics, problem‑solving, and leadership to deliver results.