Growth Consulting Engagement Manager
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Engagement Manager orchestrating complex consulting projects at Circana, leveraging data solutions for consumer packaged goods and retail growth.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the day-to-day execution of consulting engagements, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and exceed client expectations while maintaining the highest quality standards
- Serve as the primary client point of contact, building trusted advisor relationships with senior stakeholders and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle
- Lead and mentor consulting teams of 3-8 professionals, providing guidance on project approach, developing team capabilities, and ensuring effective collaboration toward project goals
- Contribute to the development of comprehensive project plans and engagement strategies, aligning deliverables with client business objectives and success metrics
- Manage relationships across multiple stakeholder groups including client executives, internal Circana teams, and external partners to ensure project alignment and support
- Proactively identify and resolve project challenges, risks, and roadblocks, implementing solutions that keep engagements on track and maintain client satisfaction
- Facilitate clear, frequent communication between consulting teams and clients, ensuring all parties remain informed, aligned, and engaged throughout the project
- Monitor project financials, track expenses against allocated budgets, and optimize resource allocation to maximize project profitability
- Review and validate all project deliverables, ensuring work products meet Circana's quality standards and client requirements before presentation
- Identify and pursue opportunities for follow-on work and expanded client relationships, contributing to the growth and success of the Growth Consulting practice
- Present findings, insights, and strategic recommendations to client management teams and implement solutions in collaboration with client stakeholders
- Leverage Circana's proprietary data assets and analytical capabilities to drive actionable insights and competitive advantages for clients
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (preferably in business, marketing, economics, or related field); MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 5-8 years of consulting experience, preferably with top-tier strategy consulting firms or equivalent client-facing roles
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Proficiency with consulting tools including advanced PowerPoint, Excel, and analytical tools such as R, SPSS, SAS, Tableau
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-workstream projects from inception to completion
- Strong experience in consumer packaged goods, retail, or related industries
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain senior-level client relationships as a trusted advisor
- Experience leading and developing consulting teams, with strong mentoring and coaching capabilities
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with executive presence and ability to influence at all organizational levels
- Experience with market research, consumer insights, or syndicated data platforms (Circana, NIQ, etc.) strongly preferred
- Strong business acumen with understanding of P&L management and budget oversight
- Ability to travel frequently (10-25%) and work flexible hours to meet client needs
- Proven ability to identify and develop new business opportunities within existing client relationships
- Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
- Collaborative leadership style with ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones
Benefits:
- paid time off
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)




















