About the Role
The Strategy Consultant will be a member of our North America consulting team, working in conjunction with peers both within the US, as well as with our team of business development executives worldwide. The primary function will be to manage and execute upon single-client consulting projects, while ensuring long-term satisfaction, value realization and an ongoing client relationship. The candidate will be a self-starter, who is an expert in the pulp and paper industry, ideally having worked in a paper mill with linerboard, containerboard, carton board, or tissue experience. The candidate should be able to work independently, and have a strong blend of quantitative and qualitative skills and will be expected to explain results to senior level executives.
What You'll Do
- Complete customized resource study projects, including determining the project scope, estimating the costs and timeframes for completing studies, identifying the appropriate data and analysis required to meet the objectives of the study, perform statistical analysis of the data, and write client-ready reports detailing project results.
- Support for business development activities and consulting sales presentations
- Identify and drive development of tools to streamline and advance the business
- Inspire clients and provide industry thought leadership and insight
- Internal projects – product improvements, marketing support, etc.
Qualifications
- 15+ years relevant work experience with proven track record of success, at least 3 years in a management consulting, strategy, or senior market intelligence role
- Strong pulp and paper industry experience. Linerboard/corrugated box expertise required. Tissue or Specialties expertise is nice to have.
- Proven ability to deliver on a schedule, sometimes under time pressure
- Ability to manage project teams and work cross-functionally within the organization
- Solid analytical skills including the ability to envision and build complex Excel models
- Strong slide building and presentation skills; comfort with public speaking
- Flexibility to travel - travel requirements are light.
- University degree in pulp and paper, business administration, or finance with good academic performance is preferred - MBA ideal
- Ability to work from home with access to reliable internet and communications equipment
Our Core Values & Focus
Our vision is to grow a family of companies trusted to solve complex value chain issues with a comprehensive and innovative approach to environmental and financial impacts.
- We work hard, with a purpose, to achieve personal, professional and corporate goals
- We promote self-determination and accountability as the best means to achieve these goals
- We value integrity and fairness
- We believe in continual learning and innovation
- We encourage freedom and self-expression to enhance creativity and problem solving
- We foster an interconnected world by valuing our global diversity and collaboration
We are dedicated to building teams that embody our vision and values. Our hiring process is merit-based, yet we are steadfast in providing equal opportunities to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds across the globe. This includes differences in race, class, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, and more. We firmly believe that differing opinions and diverse talents are essential to our success.
About ResourceWise
ResourceWise is a leading commodity pricing and market intelligence company specializing in forest products, chemicals, and renewable fuels. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, our mission is to empower clients with the most accurate data, analytics, and strategic insights to drive profitable and sustainable growth.
Its entities include Forest2Market Inc., Fisher International, Inc., Tecnon OrbiChem, Ltd., Prima Regulated Markets Ltd., Chemical Intelligence, and WRI.