Manager - Americas | Toronto

Manager - Americas | Toronto In Canada - Toronto

At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. We are a global management consulting firm that specializes in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales. We help companies optimize their commercial strategies and achieve profitable growth. With 40 years of experience, we have a strong track record of delivering tangible results for our clients across various industries.

Our division includes industry practices in Consumer, Financial Services, Industrials, and Technology, Media & Telecom. Our North American Region teams are based in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Toronto. We value the expertise and perspectives each of our diverse colleagues brings to the table and encourage collaboration across offices and disciplines.

What makes us special:

• Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people.
• Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way.
• Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
• Prioritize your health and wellbeing. No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
• Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching.
• Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness. They sum up what we stand for, influence our culture, and drive how and why we do things.

How you will create an impact:

• Working in teams for a wide variety of clients, products, and project types, while building industry, business, and subject matter expertise through fast-paced projects. Specifically, gain experience in:
  • Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret data to support pricing and sales strategies, identify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to support various client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and contributing to client workshops.
  • Presentation Preparation: Assist in preparing compelling presentations and reports for clients, showcasing findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner.
  • Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to address business challenges and capitalize on market opportunities.
  • Client Interaction: Gain exposure to client interactions by participating in meetings and workshops and contributing to discussions and presentations as appropriate.
  • Learning and Development: Engage in workshops and training sessions to enhance your consulting and business acumen, as well as your understanding of Simon-Kucher’s methodologies.
  • Coaching and Mentorship: Lead and guide junior team members to develop innovative and actionable insights and recommendations using data, analytics, and research that delivers impactful recommendations for clients.
  • Team Management: Define clear roles for internal and client team and manage both teams effectively, e.g., by establishing a good working atmosphere, delegating tasks effectively and setting clear expectations, and managing performance and responsibilities.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for the entire project, conducting difficult conversations where necessary.
• Work closely with project teams to leverage both strategy development and data analysis to solve client business challenges.
• Be an integral part of contributing to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging for all.

Your profile:

• Has an undergraduate and/or graduate degree from an accredited university/college in business, statistics, economics, marketing, finance, math, or related business field.
• 5+ years of full-time work experience, preferably in one of the following areas, but not limited to: strategy or management consulting, corporate strategy, commercial due diligence, functional experience in pricing, marketing, and sales, and value creation for private equity.
• Professional experience in analyzing and solving complex problems, which includes defining actionable recommendations using well-developed problem-solving skills (quantitative, conceptual, analytical).
• Solid understanding of marketing, pricing, and sales concepts paired with relevant work experience.
• Record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, including work plans, deliverables, budgets and schedules, and accounts receivable.
• Strong collaboration and teaming skills.
• Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had some supervisory experience in mentoring and coaching others.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a client-focused attitude.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Big data skills using Python, SQL, etc. is a plus.

The pay range for this position in Toronto is $175,000-$190,000 CAD/year plus potential annual performance-based bonus. Compensation may vary depending on relevant experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 13 paid holidays per year, medical insurance, basic life insurance, and RRSP to eligible employees.

About Simon-Kucher
Simon-Kucher is a global consultancy with more than 2,200 employees in 30+ countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. As a trusted commercial advisor, we combine deep consulting expertise, growth specialization, and technology to scale impact. We optimize every lever of commercial strategy – product, pricing, innovation, marketing, sales, and digital – based on deep insights into what customers value and are willing to pay for. With over 40 years of experience in monetization, we are regarded as the world’s leading commercial growth and pricing specialist.

Simon-Kucher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

We believe in building a culture that embraces belonging, creating an environment in which our people feel valued, are able to be themselves and feel their contribution matters. If we get that right, great things will happen; people will grow faster, innovate, feel valued, and create better outcomes for everyone – our people, our clients and, of course, our business.

Simon-Kucher North America Talent Acquisition Team
simon-kucher.com/careers