PERLab Senior Business Analyst

Job Description Who we are As a global consulting partnership in more than 40 countries, our people make us who we are. We’re individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Over the years we’ve fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it. Together, we know our people are our difference —for our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. That’s why we take pride in being individual and inclusive and create a place where everyone can bring their full self to work. The Product Excellence and Renewal Lab (PERLab) fuses world-class product design with Kearney's operational expertise to transform product portfolios. With a deep knowledge of consumer/customer insights and design, PERLab improves profits, reduces complexity and costs, streamlines the supply chain, and helps companies achieve their sustainability goals. In partnership with Design companies, PERLab tears down products, addresses pain points within the manufacturing and supply chain process, and unlocks new ways to improve margins and operational efficiencies in every stage of the product life cycle. What to expect Discover . Collaborating with our clients across a range of industries, our people are always learning. At Kearney PERLab, you will broaden your knowledge and experience across a breadth of areas, no matter your role. Being rooted in expertise, we know our people deserve opportunities to go places and further their exposure to the business world. Grow . We believe in the power of apprenticeship. At Kearney PERLab, you work alongside colleagues who help you be the best you can be. Through both our structured programs and apprenticeship model, you will continue to learn and develop every day. After all, we are here to help you not just perform but to thrive in your career. Be yourself . At Kearney PERLab, we give you the freedom to contribute creatively while you also pursue your dreams. We want you to bring your whole self to work and to find joy in what you do. That’s why we support our people when they want to let their uniqueness show and offer personalized opportunities including tuition support, flexible work programs, and externships. Who you are Hold a master's degree from a university or university of applied sciences, preferably as an engineer, or a technical or scientific degree with top academic results Analytically inclined and love solving problems Be curious about how things work (products, machines, technologies, etc.) Take ownership with identifying and developing novel capabilities that will help our clients design and build more efficient products A plus: Experience/education in methods like: Value engineering, cost analysis, Functional analysis, conjoint analysis, social listening or similar An innovative and collaborative approach to problem-solving combined with strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities Strong project management and organizational capabilities Comfortable working in a team-based environment proven in international teams with multiple cultural backgrounds Eagerness to collaborate, coach, mentor, and help others grow professionally. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at both senior management as well as shop-floor level Fluency in written and spoken English; basic knowledge of German or Dutch is sufficient and other languages are an advantage #J-18808-Ljbffr