Consultant Automotive

Roland Berger is seeking Consultants to join our Automotive Practice in Chicago Detroit or Boston. This is an opportunity to work with leading automakers automotive suppliers mobility players and technology companies as they navigate the most disruptive period in the industrys history.

Electrification autonomous driving software-defined vehicles new ownership models and shifting global supply chains are transforming how vehicles are designed built sold used and serviced. Our Automotive Practice helps clients make strategic decisions transform their business models improve operations and identify growth opportunities in this rapidly evolving environment.

From day one you will be encouraged to think like an entrepreneur: take initiative solve complex problems bring creative ideas forward and take ownership of meaningful work.

What Youll Work On

As part of the Automotive Practice you will work on high-impact projects shaping the future of the industry including:

• Defining electric vehicle and autonomous mobility strategies
  Help clients develop strategies to thrive in the transition toward for EVs autonomous vehicles and future mobility services.
• Designing target operating models for global competitiveness
  Support footprint redesign supply chain resilience sustainability strategies and next-generation manufacturing initiatives.
• Developing AI strategies that deliver true business impact
  Help clients identify where AI can improve speed and efficiency without sacrificing what it means to be automotive grade.
• Scaling the battery and EV charging value chain
  Work on topics such as energy storage charging infrastructure vehicle-to-grid and the broader energy ecosystem supporting electrification.
• Reinventing how vehicles are built sold owned and serviced
  Help clients transform manufacturing aftersales service and customer engagement in a rapidly changing market.
• Identifying bold growth opportunities
  Advise clients on organic and inorganic growth strategies partnerships market entry and M&A-related strategic decisions.

What Youll Do

As a Consultant you will play an active role in project delivery client engagement analysis and team collaboration. Your responsibilities will include:

• Analyze market financial operational and client data to identify insights and develop recommendations
• Structure complex business problems into clear workstreams hypotheses and analyses
• Build financial models business cases and quantitative analyses to support strategic decisions
• Apply sound judgement in synthesizing research interviews market data and client information into clear findings
• Prepare compelling client presentations that communicate insights implications and recommendations
• Support and participate in client meetings interviews and workshops
• Develop realistic work plans with clear deliverables timelines and ownership
• Build knowledge of automotive industry trends business models and competitive dynamics
• Work effectively with project teams clients and colleagues across different levels functions and geographies
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as business development recruiting training and knowledge development
• Take an active role in your own development by seeking feedback applying coaching and sharing lessons learned with colleagues
• Use approved AI tools to support research analysis and deliverable development while helping shape how AI is applied responsibly and effectively in the future of consulting

What You Can Expect

At Roland Berger your development is a priority. We support your growth through:

• Formal training and continuous learning opportunities
• Mentor and Buddy programs
• Opportunities to work directly with clients including anticipated domestic and international travel depending on project needs
• Global networking opportunities with colleagues across offices and practices
• Employee affinity groups and DEI initiatives
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Annual wellness allowance
• Competitive total rewards package
• A collaborative culture that values entrepreneurship excellence and empathy

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree required 
• PhD/MA/MS in relevant field quantitative and analytically oriented fields such as Business Engineering Mathematics Sciences or Economics are preferred but not required 
• 12 years of relevant professional experience ideally in consulting automotive industrials mobility technology energy analytics engineering or another quantitatively oriented environment; strong analytical ability curiosity and the capacity to learn quickly are highly valued
• Understanding of various industry business models and key dynamics 
• Understanding of Consulting or Service environment 
• Strong analytical skills both qualitative and quantitative analysis methods and techniques 
• Ability to think independently and take initiative in the face of ambiguity 

Why Join Us

This role is ideal for someone who wants to help shape the future of the automotive industry while building a strong foundation in strategy consulting. You will work on complex high-priority challenges for clients at the center of the mobility transformation and you will do so as part of a global team that values curiosity ownership and impact.

Shape the future of mobility. Join Roland Berger.

Additional Information :

Roland Berger provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons without regard to race color religion ancestry national or ethnic origin pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression transgender status age military and veteran status physical condition physical or mental disability health status political opinion social condition or background or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Roland Berger is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability please contact your recruiter. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Sponsorship is reviewed on a case by case basis during the recruiting process. We review sponsorship once you submit your formal Roland Berger application and go through the formal recruiting process. 

The estimated base salary for this role is $120000. This estimate reflects the best estimate at the time of this posting and does not guarantee any specific salary for this position. It is important to note that at Roland Berger individual salaries are determined on a case-by-case basis based on experience education office location start date and organizational needs. Roland Berger will review your performance at least annually and may adjust your salary in its sole discretion 

This role is eligible for additional compensation and is eligible for an annual bonus. 

Roland Berger is committed to the health and well-being of our colleagues as is reflected in our comprehensive total rewards program offered to eligible colleagues.  

Our comprehensive plan includes medical dental and vision coverage Flexible Spending and Health Reimbursement Accounts life and AD&D insurance parental leave generous paid time off annual wellness benefit employee assistance programs and a 401(k) plan.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time