Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in life sciences, bioengineering, engineering, economics, business, or science.
2+ years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, or related fields.
Preferred experience in healthcare and life sciences consulting, focusing on commercial strategy and pricing.
Strong problem-solving skills with a record of defining actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills with a client-focused attitude.
Responsibilities
Lead project teams to develop commercial strategies and data analyses for clients.
Create compelling presentations and reports to showcase findings and recommendations.
Engage in client interactions, leading discussions and workshops as appropriate.
Drive project excellence by developing financial models and guiding client workshops.
Mentor and coach junior team members to deliver impactful insights.
Benefits
Paid time off and 13 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
401(k) plan with employer contributions.
Full Job Description
Senior Consultant - Healthcare & Life Sciences - Commercial Strategy
In the United States - Boston | New York
How you will create an impact:
Working in teams for a wide variety of clients, products, and project types, while building industry, business, and subject matter expertise through fast-paced projects. Specifically gain experience in:
Problem Solving and Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to address business challenges and capitalize on market opportunities.
Day-to-Day Leadership: Lead the team on data analysis and framing interpretation of data to provide clients with commercial, pricing, and sales strategies, identifying opportunities, and delivering actionable recommendations.
Drive Project Excellence: Lead project teams to drive various client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and guiding client workshops.
Presentation Development and Delivery: Create compelling presentations and reports for clients, showcasing findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner and engaging in critical dialogue with clients.
Client Interaction & Leadership: Gain exposure to client interactions by participating in meetings and workshops and leading discussions and presentations as appropriate.
Learning and Development: Engage in workshops and training sessions to enhance your consulting and business acumen, as well as your understanding of Simon-Kucher's methodologies.
Coaching and Mentorship: Lead and guide junior team members to develop innovative and actionable insights and recommendations using data, analytics, and research that delivers impactful recommendations for clients.
Guide and lead project teams to provide both strategy development and data analysis to solve client business challenges.
Be an integral part of contributing to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging for all.
Your profile:
Has an undergraduate and/or graduate degree from an accredited university/college in the life sciences, bioengineering, engineering, economics, business, or science field.
2+ years of full-time work experience in the following areas, but not limited to: strategy consulting, management consulting, continuous improvement, project management, functional experience in pricing, marketing, and sales.
Experience in one of the following is preferred:
Healthcare and Life Science consulting experience performing commercial strategy, early commercial, new product planning (NPP), pricing, sales, and marketing work for biopharmaceutical, medical device and technology, diagnostics, healthcare IT, healthcare B2B services, consumer health, or digital health clients.
Healthcare and Life Science industry experience with functional experience in commercial strategy, early commercial, new product planning (NPP), pricing, marketing, and market access in one or more of the following industries: biopharmaceuticals, medical device and technology, diagnostics, healthcare IT, healthcare B2B services, consumer health, digital health clients.
Professional experience in analyzing and solving complex problems, which includes defining actionable recommendations using well-developed problem-solving skills (quantitative, conceptual, analytical).
Solid understanding of commercial, cross-functional, marketing, pricing, and sales concepts paired with relevant work experience.
Record of accomplishment in managing multiple projects, including work plans and deliverables.
Strong collaboration and teaming skills.
Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had some supervisory experience in mentoring and coaching others.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a client-focused attitude.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
In-office or client site presence 2-3 days per week in alignment with our hybrid working model.
Total compensation for this role includes base salary, eligibility for annual merit-based increases, and a comprehensive benefits package.
The base salary range for this position is between $125,000 to $150,000 per year for U.S. roles. Specific compensation within these ranges will depend on factors such as experience, skills, and location. Salary ranges are reviewed periodically to ensure alignment with market conditions.
Benefits for eligible employees include paid time off, 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
About Simon-Kucher & Partners
Simon-Kucher & Partners is a global consulting firm specializing in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales. The company was founded in 1985 in Bonn, Germany, and has since grown to have over 1,400 employees in 39 offices worldwide. Simon-Kucher & Partners works with clients across a range of industries, including healthcare, technology, consumer goods, and financial services, among others. The firm is known for its expertise in pricing strategy, and has published several books on the topic. Simon-Kucher & Partners has been recognized as one of the best consulting firms to work for by several publications, including Consulting Magazine and Vault.
