Strategic Operations Lead — Growth & Client Impact

Kearney; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 212,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement/pension savings

Comprehensive medical insurance

Gym membership discounts

Equity-based awards (non-partner)

Learning and development opportunities

Talent mobility and flexible work

Externships for career growth

Job summary

Kearney is seeking a Manager to drive growth in the Strategic Operations (SOP) practice, delivering practical client strategies and hands-on implementation. You will collaborate with diverse teams and clients to achieve short-term wins and sustainable competitiveness in a dynamic market.

Ideal candidates have an MBA (preferred) and 8+ years of experience in management consulting, with proven ability to lead proposal efforts, develop new business, and mentor colleagues while managing large

Qualifications

• MBA preferred with 8+ years of professional experience.
• Experience working as a Management Consultant required.
• Experience managing proposal writing efforts; participating in pitches for consulting work; developing new business within existing accounts through client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic operations initiatives across the SOP practice with clients.
• Define and implement strategies that deliver short-term results and longer-term competitiveness.
• Travel 50–80% based on client and business needs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaborative

Client advisory

Strategy thinking

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Networking

Education

MBA preferred

Job description

Kearney is seeking a Manager to drive growth in the Strategic Operations (SOP) practice, delivering practical client strategies and hands-on implementation. You will collaborate with diverse teams and clients to achieve short-term wins and sustainable competitiveness in a dynamic market.

Ideal candidates have an MBA (preferred) and 8+ years of experience in management consulting, with proven ability to lead proposal efforts, develop new business, and mentor colleagues while managing large