Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant

ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. Consultants possess unstructured problem-solving skills as well as strong analytic, synthesis and communication skills. Consultants may work on multiple projects simultaneously. As Consultants advance in their career, they specialize in a particular industry, practice area and/or client relationship.

What You'll Do:

Work with project leadership to define project scope, develop project approach, and manage work streams from initiation through delivery
Lead project execution by organizing project data, managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables
Support pharmaceutical marketing engagements including pre-launch strategy and planning, in-line or growth marketing strategy, lifecycle management strategy, brand planning, market opportunity and situational assessments, customer strategy and planning, and competitive scenario planning
Conduct issue analysis, develop hypotheses, and perform qualitative and quantitative analyses to answer key client business questions
Synthesize insights from primary research, secondary research, competitive intelligence, and internal client materials into clear, actionable recommendations
Design and lead execution of qualitative and quantitative market research studies, ensuring overall quality and actionability of insights
Develop executive-ready presentations and compelling client stories by translating complex analyses into concise, strategic narratives
Collaborate side-by-side with clients through regular meetings, presentations, and written communications while building trusted client relationships
Partner with offshore Knowledge Services teams by providing clear direction, reviewing deliverables, ensuring quality, and maintaining consistency across project materials
Work cross-functionally with Strategy & Transformation, Launch Strategy, Digital Customer Experience and other consulting teams to deliver integrated client solutions
Contribute to business development efforts, internal initiatives, and thought leadership within the practice.
Coach, mentor, and provide guidance to junior team members while helping manage project workload and deliverable quality

What You'll Bring:

MBA with bachelor's (and often graduate) degrees with a strong academic record in business, economics, marketing, psychology, physical or life sciences, engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, or related fields. Alternatively, candidates may possess a PhD in marketing, economics, decision sciences, or a related field with business application. In lieu of an MBA or PhD, 5-8 years of relevant work experience may substitute
Up to 3 years of post-MBA relevant work experience and 3-5 years of pre-MBA work experience
Experience in management consulting, commercial strategy, market research, brand strategy, or strategic planning, preferably within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry
Experience supporting pharmaceutical product launches, brand planning, customer engagement strategy, or commercial transformation initiatives is highly preferred
Strong qualitative research skills, including the ability to synthesize findings from multiple sources into strategic recommendations and compelling client stories
Exceptional executive communication and presentation development skills with the ability to create polished, client-ready PowerPoint presentations
Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into concise, actionable insights for senior stakeholders
Experience managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
Strong client-facing communication…

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Marketing