Category Specialist

Locations Atlanta Connecticut - Darien Denver Miramar New Jersey New York City Philadelphia Tampa Washington DC Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place. YOUR IMPACT You will gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations. You will help lead our critical Talent Service (Recruiting, Immigration and Mobility) portfolio's across 450 suppliers. Your performance will be evaluated against key metrics, including the realization of a Talent Service-related category strategies supporting the business strategy, financial impact, adherence to sustainable procurement & risk standards, colleague experience and the strategic growth of the category. You will build analytical capacity across the team by developing success metrics for initiatives and categories, enhancing tools and techniques to track and report on performance, and serving as a critical thought partner support continuous improvement across all areas of people category procurement activities. You will also collaborate closely with stakeholders to support the delivery and implementation of the category strategy, ensuring it aligns with broader Optimize and McKinsey goals. You will collaborate with Talent Service leaders to identify and action opportunities to expand colleague experience and reduce costs without compromising quality or employee satisfaction. You will identify trends and gaps, share expertise with cells to ensure full understanding of market and options to improve solutions and strategies. You will drive the analytical agenda and data infrastructure across multiple teams, ensuring teams' strategic decisions and roadmaps are informed by data. YOUR GROWTH You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Bachelors or Masters degree in business, operations, or other analytical fields 4+ years' experience in business, consulting, research, or quantitative fields Comfort with navigating ambiguous situations with thoughtfulness and pragmatism Strong problem solving, structuring, communications and client service capabilities Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint Capable of raising issues, generating solutions, and working effectively under pressure Non-hierarchical approach with flexibility and the ability to build consensus among team members Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize them, and carry them out independently while being mindful of the big picture Sensitivity with confidential information and adherence to the highest professional and process standards Strong influencing capabilities, including willingness to push back and deliver tough messages to senior audiences, and demonstrated track record of leadership in high-performing teams An entrepreneurial, action and growth-oriented mindset Ability to engage audience and create clear, logical, and structured communications across all formats, with fluent level language skills in English Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Our unwavering commitment to integrity drives everything we do, guiding us to always act in the best interests of our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $112,900 - $176,800 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. #J-18808-Ljbffr