(Junior) Consultant - Automotive Operations & Supply Chain Management

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions.

Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You will support challenging operations projects within the  automotive industry , contributing to efficiency, cost reduction, and digital transformation. Responsibilities vary by project, aligning with client needs and individual strengths.

• Analyze, document, and optimize business processes in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, aftersales, IT projects, and automation.
• Conduct on-site assessments to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce costs and boost productivity.
• Support quality management systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in supplier development and risk management, including coaching suppliers, multi-tier sourcing visibility, and compliance with trade or sustainability standards.
• Enhance supply chain management across procurement, inventory, sourcing, and logistics.
• Develop, update, and document standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and policy manuals.
• Perform cost analyses, create and manage budgets, and recommend solutions for cost containment and margin improvement.
• Create and oversee implementation of action plans, tracking progress of improvement initiatives with follow-ups and status reports to clients.
• Introduce and support new technologies, including automation, digital tools, and AI implementation.
• Conduct training or workshops to enable process and cultural change.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between business units (engineering, production, procurement, sales) to optimize value chain performance.
• Provide data-driven insights using KPIs, benchmarking, and analytics.
• Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership and department heads to ensure alignment on operational goals and sustain results over time.
• Manage customer and supplier relationships to maintain alignment on quality, pricing, and delivery expectations.
• Contribute insights and strategies for market growth, benchmark industry standards, and support go-to-market plans for new services or technologies.
• Drive innovation within projects and internally at P3.

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• You Bring practical experience through internships or entry-level roles within automotive, manufacturing, or consulting environments.
  • Supported process improvement or operational projects contributing to measurable outcomes such as cost reduction, efficiency gains, or quality improvements.
    
  • Assisted in data analysis, KPI tracking, and reporting to enable decision-making and monitor project progress in real-world automotive or manufacturing environments.
    
  • Participated in implementation activities on-site , such as coordinating with cross-functional teams, updating SOPs, or supporting technology rollouts (automation, digital tools, AI).
• You demonstrate hands-on experience with AI-driven tools and data analytics for process optimization or decision-making.
• you show proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with digital tools.
• You are self-motivated and driven with entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well spoken with powerful presentation skills, especially when interacting with customers.
• You are characterized by a precise, independent, and structured way of working in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• You think ‘outside of the box' to create solutions when none exist.
• With an agile mindset you are not afraid of diving into uncharted waters.
• Strong conflict resolution skills help you manage, mitigate, and resolve conflicts.
• Your English skills are solid, German and/or Spanish is a plus.
• You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  

GOOD TO KNOW

• We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• We offer mentorship and onboarding programs and a flat hierarchy.
• You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• We offer national and international travel opportunities.
• You have career opportunities in a fast-growing company and work in small, efficient project teams.