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What You'll Do

As a Research Associate within BCG Vantage's Global Research Organization (GRO) team, you will form an integral part of our Americas GRO team. Through the delivery of secondary research, you will contribute to BCG’s client work and knowledge base by supporting proposals, client cases and business or internal development initiatives.
You will clearly synthesize, package, articulate and deliver your findings in a timely and accurate manner and conduct research on commercial, multi-industry and economic topics. Excellent organizational skills are essential for successfully managing a variety and volume of research requests by accurately summarizing data and facts into appropriate and timely output i.e. email, Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Along with supporting research products (i.e. news alerts, company profiles etc.), you will also contribute to knowledge capture and documentation.
As part of the Operations Practice Area, you will engage with the evolving landscape of procurement, manufacturing and supply chain. This may include, but is not limited to, topics such as cost, sourcing and category optimization, supplier management, and indirect spend. Your work will support the development of strategies that help clients navigate digital disruption, enhance enterprise offerings, and stay competitive in a rapidly transforming tech ecosystem.

 

You're Good At

Engaging with customers
You will thrive learning in a rich, fast paced, deadline driven yet thoughtful environment that is customer focused. Working closely with more senior team members, you will engage with Internal clients daily with the aim to understand, scope and deliver accurate, timely and relevant data and informationThinking analyticallyYou’re an organized thinker who commits to learning research analysis including methods, databases and tools, synthesis & packagingWorking accurately in a fast paced, deadline focused environment
You will have strong attention to detail by clarifying request objectives under direct supervision and discussing the most appropriate and timely research approach. You will do this whilst communicating directly with BCG stakeholders to evaluate and recommend the most efficient and successful research strategy per projectWorking well independently and in a collaborative team environment
Working closely with fellow colleagues, you will approach all interactions with the highest level of quality and customer service. You will also guide outsourcing partners in their research analysis and do quality assuranceSeeking professional development
You will welcome the opportunity to grow and learn in an apprenticeship culture where you can quickly build and expand your research knowledge base to the next level. Your passion for tech and curiosity to explore digital innovation will help you thrive in this fast-evolving sector.Communicating with confidence and ease
You will be a clear and confident communicator, able to deliver messages in a concise manner with a positive disposition and you will help build a loyal customer base for GRO

What You'll Bring

Undergraduate Degree minimum (strong preference for Industrial Engineering)Any of the top universities in the country with strong academic credentials0-2 years relevant working experienceExposure to the ops domain by way of prior work experience and/ or related internships is preferable but not mandatory Demonstrated passion for the topic, detail-oriented, and strong in executionExcellent English; Proficient in SpanishStandard working hours: 9 AM – 6 PM (flexibility as needed)

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