Procurement Strategy & Product Development Associate

McKinsey & Company, Inc.

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 173,000 - 211,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

McKinsey & Company in the United States is seeking an Associate focused on Procurement and Product Development to lead a client workstream, design agile procurement processes, and guide supplier relationships for high-impact outcomes. You will engage directly with Fortune 500 clients and startups, applying research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to deliver actionable solutions.

You will collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues to uncover underlying challenges, develop

Qualifications

6+ years of experience in procurement process optimization, category management, supplier relationship management and/or strategic sourcing within a large multinational organization.
Strong interest and passion for coaching or mentoring clients on procurement topics.
Excellent organizational capabilities, including the ability to initiate tasks independently and see them through to completion.
Proficient in rational decision making based on data, facts, and logical reasoning.
Ability to create product-focused materials/outputs, which may include PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables.
Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment.
Willingness to travel up to 80%; ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., factories, hospitals, mines)
Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and local office language(s), with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels