Practice Overview: Energy/Chemicals

Oliver Wyman’s Energy practice distinguishes itself by the value it creates for clients. We bring deep industry knowledge and state-of-the-art problem-solving capabilities and tools tailored to the needs of our clients. Oliver Wyman helps chemical corporations – from traditional Chemical and Petrochemical majors, to mid-sized privately held portfolio companies – as well as energy companies address strategic and operational challenges through proven, results-oriented approaches: we assist our clients to realize significant top and bottom-line impact through sustainable transformational efforts in every step of the Chemical value chain; examine and pursue new market, product / service and acquisition opportunities; develop strategies and plans to address market shifts and regulatory challenges; increase customer satisfaction, loyalty and earnings; and optimize operations and organizational effectiveness. We have a proven track record of long-term EBITDA improvement for clients through strategy development, design and implementation, and we’ve demonstrated over hundreds of engagements for leading organizations across North America, Europe and the Middle East, creating sustainable shareholder value.

Role

• The Engagement Manager position offers excellent career and growth opportunities for talented, highly motivated professionals with significant prior experience. As a professional member of our firm’s Chemicals team, your initial responsibilities will include:
• Managing the execution of individual project modules. This typically includes developing hypotheses, managing data collection, model creation and analyses, conducting primary and secondary research, creatively tackling information limitations, and surfacing insights.
• Supporting our Chemicals Partner group in project delivery through accurate and high quality case execution
• Owning and developing executive client relationships, presenting to a wide range of audiences, and working day-to-day with clients and other stakeholders.
• Reporting to Engagement Managers and Principals, effectively seeking guidance on technical and senior-level steer to projects
• Coaching consultants and helping them develop their skill sets

Desired Skills and Experience

Associates:

• Experience in tools, systems and processes for operational excellence
• Masters or PhD in engineering or technical field
• Experience in leading or being part of improvement efforts in operations space
• Experience with a top tier management consulting firm preferred but not necessary
• 4-7+ years of consulting experience in operations – in the industry and / or with consulting firms

Engagement Managers: serve as the primary contact point for senior client executives and Oliver Wyman consultants staffed on client engagements. While specific responsibilities will vary based on previous experience the ideal candidate will have the following:

• 7-12 years of experience in strategy consulting and Chemical / Energy industries. Prior consulting experience is required.
• Strong background in conceptual problem solving and analytical skills
• Track record of leading and managing teams and delivering against tight deadlines in fast paced and demanding environments
• Outstanding communication skills; confidence in presenting to senior executives
• Undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program
• Willingness to travel

About Oliver Wyman

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan [NYSE: MMC].