Practice Consultant - Supply Chain

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General Information Job Title Practice Consultant - Supply Chain Job ID 109643 Work Areas Analytics, Data & Research Employment Type Permanent Full-Time Location(s) Mexico City Description & Requirements WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) community Go backGeneral Information Job Title Practice Consultant - Supply Chain Job ID 109643 Work Areas Analytics, Data & Research Employment Type Permanent Full-Time Location(s) Mexico City Description & Requirements WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) communityGeneral InformationGeneral Information

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Job Title Practice Consultant - Supply Chain Job ID 109643 Work Areas Analytics, Data & Research Employment Type Permanent Full-Time Location(s) Mexico CityJob Title Practice Consultant - Supply Chain Job ID 109643 Work Areas Analytics, Data & Research Employment Type Permanent Full-Time Location(s) Mexico CityJob Title Practice Consultant - Supply ChainJob TitlePractice Consultant - Supply ChainJob ID 109643Job ID109643Work Areas Analytics, Data & ResearchWork AreasAnalytics, Data & ResearchEmployment Type Permanent Full-TimeEmployment TypePermanent Full-TimeLocation(s) Mexico CityLocation(s)Mexico CityDescription & RequirementsDescription & Requirements

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WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) communityWHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) communityWHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) communityWHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHOver the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to: Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.Develop partner team and capabilities.Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability. Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.WHAT YOU’LL DO This is not a traditional consulting role.Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll supportCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.) Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.) Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism ABOUT YOURequired:BA or equivalent, MBA preferred4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firmSupply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industryStrong problem definition and problem-solving skillsetAbility to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)Demonstrated organizational / time management skillsA proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environmentExperience and proficiency creating high quality presentations Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skillsAbility to work well with all levels within Bain and at clientAbility to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)Preferred:Experience in project managementPrior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUThe Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as neededWork with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) community

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.

We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times.

Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.

Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHWHO YOU’LL WORK WITHWHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

Over the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to:

Over the past two decades, Bain has formalized Industry and Capability areas, internally known as “Practices”, integral to how Bain wins and delivers results to its clients. A Practice can be considered a Business Unit of Bain & Company. While there may be some allocation to client-facing work, the role within a Practice is primarily focused on supporting our client-facing partners and case teams to deliver great client and people success stories. Specifically, the Practice defines and implements their own strategy and allocates resources to:
  • Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.
Boosts Bain’s knowledge and expertise in the sector or capability: co-create, shape and manage innovative perspectives and products to help the business win more projects, and to serve clients more effectively and efficiently.
  • Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.
Prioritize clients and enable client full potential.
  • Develop partner team and capabilities.
Develop partner team and capabilities.
  • Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.
Build the practice’s brand and reputation externally.

You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports the Supply Chain & Manufacturing capability. This practice belongs to Bain’s overall Performance Improvement Capability.

You’ll work with the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Practice Team, a global group that supports theSupply Chain & Manufacturing capabilitySupply Chain & Manufacturing capability.This practice belongs to Bain’s overallPerformance Improvement Capability.

Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.

Supply chains are undergoing unprecedented transformation due to global disruptions, increasing digitization, rising customer expectations, and the push for more sustainable, resilient operations. The Global Supply Chain practice at Bain helps clients solve a broad range of challenges, always connecting their supply chain operations to their overall strategy. Key areas Bain supports includes supply chain strategy and design, network optimization, integrated business planning, fulfillment & logistics, supply chain resiliency, digitization, automation, and ESG integration. We partner with leading companies across industries to build future-ready supply chains and unlock value through operational excellence.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

WHAT YOU’LL DOWHAT YOU’LL DOWHAT YOU’LL DO

This is not a traditional consulting role.

This is not a traditional consulting role.

Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.

Here, you’ll operate at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and capability building—with the opportunity to develop deep expertise while still working on high-impact business problems.

As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll support

As a Practice Consultant (Supply Chain & Manfacturing), you’ll support
  • Commercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery of Bain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated
Commercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery ofCommercial and case delivery efforts: solution design, development, deployment and delivery ofBain’s thought leadership and IP across priority supply chain themes and selected products through research, data analysis (of proprietary, primary, and secondary data), and expert input from Bain partners and advisors. Advise client teams using the IP and ensure that emerging insights and frontline innovations are continuously integrated
  • Build expertise: Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.)
Build expertise:Build expertise:Develop a broad understanding of the Supply Chain practice and establish personal expertise in select priority areas (e.g., planning, digital supply chain, fulfilment, etc.)
  • Client support: Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP
Client support:Client support:Assist with client development efforts, proposals, and provide direct support to consulting teams using Bain’s supply chain IP
  • IP development and commercialization: Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials
IP development and commercialization:IP development and commercialization:Actively contribute to IP deployment internally (building awareness and enablement) and externally (marketing content, conference support, partner preparation) via global reports, research briefs, market overviews, and solution specific materials
  • Ecosystem management: Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.)
Ecosystem management:Ecosystem management:Work with the broader Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team to help manage and improve the impact of our ecosystem of external partnerships, internal collaborators (e.g., Marketing, Business Development, etc.), and specialized delivery resources (e.g., Advanced Analytics, Supply Chain Center of Excellence, etc.)
  • Practice operations: Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP
Practice operations:Practice operations:Support planning and execution of recurring meetings, business operations, and priority evens such as Bain’s annual Commercial Acceleration meetings and Global Leadership Summit—helping shape agendas, coordinate speakers, and present IP
  • Knowledge capture: Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base
Knowledge capture:Knowledge capture:Working collaboratively with our Knowledge Management team, prioritize, synthesize, and share learnings from the field to enhance Bain’s supply chain knowledge base
  • Coaching & mentorship: Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain
Coaching & mentorship:Coaching & mentorship:Support talent development of broader Supply Chain team and mentor junior team members in our Knowledge Management (KM) teams, both in their traditional KM roles, but also as developing practice members in supply chain
  • Demonstrate leadership: Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism
Demonstrate leadership:Demonstrate leadership:Be a key member of the Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice team and a role model for collaboration, innovation, and professionalism

ABOUT YOU

ABOUT YOUABOUT YOUABOUT YOU

Required:

Required:
  • BA or equivalent, MBA preferred
BA or equivalent, MBA preferred
  • 4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firm
4 years of professional working experience, with 1-2 years of current or recent consulting experience at the Consultant level with a leading consulting firm
  • Supply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industry
Supply Chain / Operations experience, either during consulting projects or within industry
  • Strong problem definition and problem-solving skillset
Strong problem definition and problem-solving skillset
  • Ability to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights
Ability to quickly understand, structure, and lead complex business research and analysis in a fast-paced environment, as well as the skills to drive to pragmatic business insights
  • Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)
Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (strong Excel skills)
  • Demonstrated organizational / time management skills
Demonstrated organizational / time management skills
  • A proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision
A proven self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision
  • Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable and effective working with what could be a remote supervisor and team in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience and proficiency creating high quality presentations
Experience and proficiency creating high quality presentations
  • Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skills
Excellent oral, written, and PowerPoint communication skills
  • Ability to work well with all levels within Bain and at client
Ability to work well with all levels within Bain and at client
  • Ability to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)
Ability to lead interactions and establish credibility with senior stakeholders (at Bain or Client)

Preferred:

Preferred:
  • Experience in project management
Experience in project management
  • Prior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)
Prior experience using tools to analyze and visualize large datasets (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau)

WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOU

WHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUWHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOUWHAT BAIN CAN OFFER YOU

The Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:

The Practice Consultant role offers the ability to apply the many favorable aspects of a traditional consulting role (strategic thinking, problem solving, business judgment, change management, driving for results) with less travel and more flexibility, including the following professional opportunities:
  • Develop deep supply chain expertiseBuild and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impactCreate provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant areaPartner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support
Develop deep supply chain expertise
  • Build and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impact
Build and deepen expertise in supply chain and operations in a focused way, contributing to Bain’s thought leadership and client impact
  • Create provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant area
Create provocative, leading-edge IP in this highly dynamic area and globally relevant area
  • Partner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support
Partner closely with core client delivery affiliates to better serve clients, capture IP, and improve our ecosystem of support
  • Broaden your skillsetDevelop operational skills through practice operations and leadershipStrengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding effortsProgressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyondFlexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as needed
Broaden your skillset
  • Develop operational skills through practice operations and leadership
Develop operational skills through practice operations and leadership
  • Strengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding efforts
Strengthen commercialization capabilities by supporting marketing and branding efforts
  • Progressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyond
Progressive career opportunity with a clear career path within Bain toward Practice Manager and beyond
  • Flexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as needed
Flexibility to transition into capability or product-focused roles as needed
  • Work with a great teamJoin a high-performing global Supply Chain practice teamCollaborate with experienced Bain partners and content expertsBe part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) community
Work with a great team
  • Join a high-performing global Supply Chain practice team
Join a high-performing global Supply Chain practice team
  • Collaborate with experienced Bain partners and content experts
Collaborate with experienced Bain partners and content experts
  • Be part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) community
Be part of the wider Product, Practice, and Knowledge (PPK) community