Manager - Healthcare & Life Sciences - Pharma/Biotech

About the role

As a Manager at Simon-Kucher, you will be a critical member of our HC&LS Division / Pharma & Biotech consulting team in North America. Lead and manage the delivery of client projects while elevating the analysis and insights, and infusing client-centric depth for content, expertise, and knowledge to project deliverables. Drive project planning and execution by ensuring alignment of project delivery to client needs and objectives. Lead and guide a large and incredibly talented team of junior consultants to develop innovative and actionable insights and recommendations using data, analytics, and research that deliver impactful recommendations for clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of client projects while elevating the analysis and insights, and infusing client-centric depth for content, expertise, and knowledge to project deliverables.
• Drive project planning and execution by ensuring alignment of project delivery to client needs and objectives.
• Lead and guide a large and incredibly talented team of junior consultants to develop innovative and actionable insights and recommendations using data, analytics, and research that deliver impactful recommendations for clients.
• Expand and develop relevant new capabilities, tactics, and tools that our clients need to advance their business goals.
• Identify and engage with prospective clients to understand their needs, priorities, and challenges where Simon-Kucher can support and in turn expand and grow our commercial growth strategy footprint, offerings, and client base.
• Prepare client-ready deliverables and independently present relevant project work-stream findings and recommendations to clients, while proactively responding to and incorporating client feedback.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and project teams concurrently, including development of project team members by providing coaching, training, and feedback.
• Create engagement workplans and guide the team through the project activities, including oversight of primary/secondary research, and qualitative plus quantitative analysis to obtain key insights, findings, and takeaways for clients.
• Oversee the work and outputs of fellow team members across multiple engagements of various scales and scopes and provide timely feedback to ensure both project timeline and deliverable quality are getting equally balanced.
• Proactively participate in the continued growth and development of Simon-Kucher's HC&LS Division / Pharma & Biotech by contributing to the practice priorities (e.g., developing new capabilities, supporting thought leadership articles/research relevant for clients), by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities (e.g., lead generation, new content creation, supporting end-to-end proposal development, and participating in client pitches), and proactively pursuing follow-on opportunities with existing clients (e.g., building and nurturing strong relationships, helping push the client to think beyond current phase, ensuring effective project delivery that meets and exceeds client’s expectations).
• Develop and deliver new thought leadership in collaboration with Pharma practice peers and seniors within our Healthcare and Life Sciences Division.
• Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to our clients' businesses.
• Analyze existing processes and tools and recommend opportunities for continued improvement.
• Coach and develop consultants staffed on projects.
• Demonstrate an elevated level of empathy and emotional intelligence when managing conflict and/or communicating change.
• Play an integral role in the recruitment and integration of new Healthcare & Life Sciences, Pharma consultants.
• Be a leader in the firm and contribute to Simon-Kucher's culture and success.

  Requirements

  • Outstanding drive, determination, and desire to be part of a growing, top tier consulting firm.
  • An undergraduate degree is required; MS, MA, MBA, or other advanced degree is preferred.
  • Minimum 4+ years of full-time work experience in a professional services environment, ideally in management consulting serving the Pharma & Biotech industry.
  • Proven business consulting expertise in disciplines such as growth strategies, go-to-market strategy, segmentation (advanced analytical), product and portfolio design, market access, pricing and contracting, marketing, value proposition development, and monetization strategies.
  • Strong understanding of US market access as well as previous experience leading US projects.
  • Experience in the following is preferred: Life Sciences consulting experience performing pricing and market access, marketing, and/or strategy work for biopharmaceutical companies.
  • 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 marketing and market access / pricing concepts paired with relevant work experience.
  • Effective presentation and communication abilities to succinctly present findings, takeaways, and key recommendations to a senior audience.
  • Record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, including work plans, deliverables and timelines.
  • Strong project management including planning and execution.
  • Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had strong 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.
  • Complex data analytic skills using Python, SQL, etc. is a plus.
  • Adaptable and Resilient: demonstrates continuous improvement mindset and flexibility to adapt to client and project needs.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

    Qualifications

    • Outstanding drive, determination, and desire to be part of a growing, top tier consulting firm.
    • An undergraduate degree is required; MS, MA, MBA, or other advanced degree is preferred.
    • Minimum 4+ years of full-time work experience in a professional services environment, ideally in management consulting serving the Pharma & Biotech industry.
    • Proven business consulting expertise in disciplines such as growth strategies, go-to-market strategy, segmentation (advanced analytical), product and portfolio design, pricing, marketing, value proposition development, distribution strategy (omni-channel management, digitization, and channel orchestration), sales strategies (sales efficiency, processes, incentives, and motivations), and monetization strategies.
    • Strong understanding of US market access as well as previous experience leading US projects.
    • Experience in the following is preferred: Life Sciences consulting experience performing pricing and market access, marketing, and/or strategy work for biopharmaceutical companies.
    • 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 marketing and market access / pricing concepts paired with relevant work experience.
    • Effective presentation and communication abilities to succinctly present findings, takeaways, and key recommendations to a senior audience.
    • Record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, including work plans, deliverables and timelines.
    • Strong project management including planning and execution.
    • Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had strong 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.
    • Complex data analytic skills using Python, SQL, etc. is a plus.
    • Adaptable and Resilient: demonstrates continuous improvement mindset and flexibility to adapt to client and project needs.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

      Skills

      • Outstanding drive, determination, and desire to be part of a growing, top tier consulting firm.
      • An undergraduate degree is required; MS, MA, MBA, or other advanced degree is preferred.
      • Minimum 4+ years of full-time work experience in a professional services environment, ideally in management consulting serving the Pharma & Biotech industry.
      • Proven business consulting expertise in disciplines such as growth strategies, go-to-market strategy, segmentation (advanced analytical), product and portfolio design, pricing, marketing, value proposition development, distribution strategy (omni-channel management, digitization, and channel orchestration), sales strategies (sales efficiency, processes, incentives, and motivations), and monetization strategies.
      • Strong understanding of US market access as well as previous experience leading US projects.
      • Experience in the following is preferred: Life Sciences consulting experience performing pricing and market access, marketing, and/or strategy work for biopharmaceutical companies.
      • 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 marketing and market access / pricing concepts paired with relevant work experience.
      • Effective presentation and communication abilities to succinctly present findings, takeaways, and key recommendations to a senior audience.
      • Record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, including work plans, deliverables and timelines.
      • Strong project management including planning and execution.
      • Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had strong 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.
      • Complex data analytic skills using Python, SQL, etc. is a plus.
      • Adaptable and Resilient: demonstrates continuous improvement mindset and flexibility to adapt to client and project needs.
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

        Benefits

        • Paid time off
        • 13 paid holidays
        • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
        • Lifetime life insurance
        • A 401(k) plan with company matching
        • Comprehensive benefits package
        • Flexible working arrangements
        • Competitive health benefits
        • Opportunities for professional development and advancement
        • Work-life balance and wellness programs
        • Company culture and values
        • Equal opportunity and diversity initiatives
        • Employee referral program
        • Professional networking and community involvement opportunities
        • Continuous learning and skill-building resources
        • Regular performance evaluations and feedback
        • Annual merit-based increases
        • Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
        • Health and wellness programs
        • Flexible work schedule options
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and affinity networks
        • Community service and volunteer opportunities
        • Professional networking events and conferences
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Wellness programs and resources
        • Flexible work arrangements
        • Professional development and training opportunities
        • Employee resource groups and