Manager – Consumer Goods (UK)

Overview

In this role you will shape strategic answers for Consumer Goods clients by leading project teams and delivering high-quality insights. You will work closely with Partners and clients, turning complexity into clear recommendations that drive client decisions. The position sits within OC&C’s Consumer Goods practice, offering exposure to diverse sectors and a collaborative, inclusive culture. You will help expand the firm’s leadership in this space and contribute to repeat-biz through delivery excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design analytical approaches across both quantitative and qualitative workstreams on strategy and transaction projects, and manage team delivery
• Develop high-quality project deliverables (presentations and reports) with the senior team
• Build strong relationships across OC&C and with clients, establishing a trusted advisor reputation in Consumer Goods
• Develop and coach junior team members on and off projects
• Contribute to business development activities, including pitches and proposal development
• Support Consumer Goods sector initiatives to strengthen OC&C’s leadership in strategy consulting

Key requirements

• 4+ years’ experience in an external strategy consultancy
• Excellent leadership capabilities and experience managing teams of 3+
• Experience within Consumer Goods and/or related sectors (Retail, eCommerce, FMCG, Brand-led businesses)
• Structured, hypothesis-driven problem solver with strong analytical rigour and track record in due diligence, transaction support, and strategy projects
• Pragmatic, delivery-focused communicator with integrity, organisational skills, and credibility with senior clients

• leadership
• collaboration
• client relationship building
• hypothesis-driven problem solving
• analytical rigour
• due diligence and transaction support

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