Digital Project Leader/Principal, ERP
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Who We Are
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What You'll Do
As a TDA Project Leader/Principal focused on ERP at BCG, you will lead a team of consultants and digital specialists to advise clients on their Enterprise Systems strategies, particularly emphasizing how next-generation ERP solutions can drive digital agendas and business transformation. From that base you will have the ability to expand to a range of topics, including, but not limited to the following:
- Transformation of the Technology Function and Technology Build: Redesigning technology functions to improve flexibility, efficiency, and Business-IT alignment.
- AI and Innovation: Driving transformational value through cutting-edge applications of AI and Machine Learning tools that are fully scaled into the business.
- New Ways of Working: Building ongoing organizational change capabilities, and helping clients transform into digital enterprises that continue to develop and innovate with speed, at scale.
As a TDA Project Leader/Principal, you'll primarily focus on digital topics while tackling broader challenges presented by our clients. You'll play a pivotal role at the forefront of client engagements, driving tangible value creation. At BCG, we hold ourselves to high standards, prioritizing actionable insights over mere presentations. Our goal is to catalyze transformative change, shifting our clients' mindsets and enabling them to innovate and evolve their business practices.
In addition to overseeing comprehensive client programs, you'll mentor and empower your team to enhance their consulting and digital capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Collaborating closely with both BCG and client project leaders, you'll leverage your expertise to synthesize recommendations, challenge assumptions, and refine analyses as needed. Furthermore, you'll contribute to BCG's thought leadership in the digital arena, shaping industry-leading perspectives and reinforcing our reputation as a digital pioneer.
What You'll Bring (Experience & Qualifications)
- Minimum 5 Years of Digital Experience: You should possess a solid background spanning at least five years in dynamic digital fields, including but not limited to ERP transformation programs, product management, technical architecture, data & analytics, and the delivery of cutting-edge technology enabled business transformations.
- 3-5 Years of Consulting Experience: Demonstrated expertise in a consulting environment, specifically with a focus on driving large-scale ERP and platform enabled transformations while consistently delivering exceptional client service. Core consulting skills are imperative for success in this role.
- Ideally Experience in Functional Process Areas: Ideally, you have hands-on experience in key functional process areas such as finance, supply chain, or order-to-cash, or a strong background in technical development/architecture.
- Experience Developing Business Cases: Proven track record in developing compelling business cases for large-scale technology-led transformations, showcasing your ability to drive strategic decision-making.
- Strong Analytical and Conceptual Thinking: Exceptional analytical skills combined with a keen capacity for conceptual thinking are essential for navigating complex challenges in this role.
- Ability to Synthesize Technical Complexities: Demonstrated proficiency in distilling intricate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for C-level audiences.
- Adaptability to Hypothesis-Based Environments: Thrives in hypothesis-based environments, where inductive reasoning is the norm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in problem-solving approaches.
- Deep Industry Alignment: Extensive experience aligned with at least one industry, ensuring an immediate fit with our business objectives and client needs.Strong Relationship Building and Leadership Skills: Proven track record of building credibility and fostering relationships with leaders, both technical and non-technical, to align strategies, inspire stakeholders, and drive successful outcomes.
- End-to-End Program Lifecycle Management: Demonstrated ability to manage the entire program lifecycle, from envisioning the program vision and roadmap to delivering exceptional customer experiences and managing stakeholder interactions.
- Advanced Quantitative Analysis and Strategic Thinking: Proficiency in advanced quantitative analysis coupled with a high capacity for strategic, end-to-end thinking, enabling you to drive impactful solutions.
- Excellent Communication and Persuasion Skills: Exceptional communication and persuasion skills are crucial for effectively conveying complex ideas and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders.
- Strong Academic Background: Preferred qualifications include a master's degree (MS or MBA) from a reputable institution, reflecting your commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Proven Client Engagement Management: Demonstrated ability to manage client engagements, nurture client relationships, and provide thought leadership to teams, ensuring the quality and success of engagements.
- Track Record of Building Strong Client Relationships: A solid history of cultivating and deepening relationships with clients in large organizations, coupled with the ability to identify growth opportunities and drive business expansion.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Strategic vision for corporate learning and development
- Ability to design end-to-end talent development solutions
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Tenacity and growth mindset
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
The companies that are winning the digital future are those that embrace digital diversity: diverse perspectives, diverse skills, and diverse capabilities. BCG’s digital teams reflect this diversity, combining digital-savvy business consultants and industry experts with a full spectrum of digital specialists.
As you collaborate with BCG Associates, Consultants, and Principals, you will increase your understanding of complex business problems from a wide range of perspectives and develop new skills. At the same time, you’ll partner with senior clients, taking on the role of trusted advisor, and work at all levels of the client organization to find and execute value creation strategies that result in game changing outcomes for our clients.
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