Consultant, Operations Supply Chain, Italy

OverviewBoston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities.
BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in ****.
Today, we help clients with total transformation?inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom?line impact.
To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities.
Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change.
BCG delivers solutions through leading?edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose.
We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.
Practice AreaThe Operations Practice (OPS) Area is one of BCG's largest functional practices.
We help our clients create competitive advantage by enhancing their performance and building strategic capabilities.
BCG's expertise in Operations covers the following areas – supply chain management, procurement, manufacturing, service operations, cost efficiency, operational transformation, research & product development, program and project management, all with a strong digital and analytics overlay.

What You'll Do
As a Consultant in our Operations practice, you will support leading organizations in addressing complex operational and strategic challenges across the end?to?end supply chain.
Working in close collaboration with clients and experienced consulting teams, you will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency, improve performance, and support long?term business transformation.
You will work across industries on high?impact projects, interacting with senior stakeholders and contributing to both strategic recommendations and implementation efforts.
You WillWork on strategic and operational transformation projects across topics such as supply chain optimization, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, planning, inventory management, and operational excellence.
Combine deep business understanding with analytical problem solving to develop innovative and pragmatic solutions for clients.
Support the design and implementation of operational strategies that improve efficiency, service levels, cost performance, and resilience.
Gather, structure, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to address complex business challenges.
Translate analyses into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for both internal teams and client stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with client teams to understand their context, priorities, and organizational dynamics, ensuring tailored and sustainable solutions.
Own workstreams or project modules independently, ensuring high?quality delivery and adapting quickly to changing client needs.
Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and executive?level communications for senior stakeholders.
Manage and mentor junior team members, fostering collaboration, development, and high performance within project teams.
Contribute to client development activities, business proposals, and the continued growth of the Operations & Supply Chain practice.
Build strong and lasting relationships with clients through trusted advisory and day?to?day collaboration.
What You'll BringWe are looking for exceptional talent with strong analytical capabilities, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for solving complex operational challenges.
Qualifications3–7 years of relevant professional experience in Operations and Supply Chain, gained in consulting firms and/or industry environments.
Experience across one or more of the following areas: Supply Chain Strategy, Manufacturing & Operations, Procurement & Sourcing, Logistics & Distribution, Demand & Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Operational Excellence / Lean Transformation, Digital Operations & Supply Chain Transformation.
Proven experience managing projects, stakeholders, and cross?functional teams in complex environments.
Strong problem?solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous challenges into actionable solutions.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior executives and client teams.
Strong academic track record from a leading university or business school.
Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive attitude, and ability to thrive in fast?paced and demanding environments.
Team?oriented approach with demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken.
Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to travel frequently based on project needs.
Knowledge of and practical exposure to AI technologies and tools, with a particular focus on their application in Ope