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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? As an Associate focused on Procurement and Product Development, you will join a client service team and take ownership of a workstream to solve some of the toughest operational challenges our clients face. You won't be working with just any clients—they’re some of the most influential organizations around, from Fortune 500 giants to innovative startups. We will expect you to go the extra mile, guiding clients on how to maximize procurement impact by designing agile processes resulting in impactful supplier relationships. You’ll be at the heart of the action—helping to uncover the true challenges behind a client’s supplier and product development strategy and creating actionable plans that drive real change. Working alongside clients and other McKinsey colleagues, you’ll combine research, analyzing data, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and breakthrough solutions. As you collaborate directly with clients, you’ll help them solve problems, refine strategies, and implement best‑in‑class procurement operating models. In doing so, you’ll uphold McKinsey’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the industries and communities we serve.

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. 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 for our clients. 6+ years of experience in procurement process optimization, category management, supplier relationship management and/or strategic sourcing within a large, multi‑national organization

Strong interest and passion for coaching or mentoring clients on procurement topics

Proficient in rational decision making based on data, facts, and logical reasoning

Ability to create product‑focused materials/outputs, which may include PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables

Willingness to travel up to 80%; ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and local office language(s), with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels

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.

To help you understand what you can expect, the salary range for new joiners in this role in United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, is $192,000 - $192,000 USD gross per year. 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.

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 additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.

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