Working Student - Operations

Who We Are

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a motivated candidate to support our Procurement team in Munich with a wide range of activities, including everyday lab management, partnership alliance, demo development and content management. You'll collaborate closely with our global team of experts, gaining insight into BCG's approach to solving our clients' challenges. This position offers you a unique opportunity to learn in a highly professional and fast-paced environment, providing you with valuable experience and a deep dive into the world of strategic consulting.

The Operations Practice Area is one of BCG's functional practices and helps our clients create competitive advantage by enhancing their performance and building strategic capabilities. The Procurement Topic Area is an expert network of knowledge team members and experienced consultants who help clients on specific cases related to the functions and disciplines within the topic (e.g., procurement strategy, operating model, digital transformation, sustainable procurement, risk & resilience, etc.).

You can work up to 20 hours/week during your semesters and up to 40 hours/week during your vacation time. The role offers enough flexibility to combine personal, academic and professional life. This is a temporary role from min. 12 to max. 24 months. You need to be an enrolled university student in Germany. 

You're Good At

• You work with high attention to detail and take ownership of delivering accurate, high-quality results, even under time pressure 
• You have a structured, analytical way of thinking and enjoy working with data and problem-solving 
• You are reliable, proactive, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders 
• You adapt well to BCG’s fast-paced, professional working style and are eager to learn 
• You act with integrity, respect, and a strong team spirit, embodying BCG’s core values in your daily

What You'll Bring

• Enrolled Master-student in Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field
• Prior exposure to the procurement or related topics is preferred but not required 
• Very strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with additional analytical or data tools is a plus 
• Strong analytical capabilities and confidence in working with large datasets 
• Proficient and responsible use of AI tools to support analysis, automation, and efficiency 

Who You'll Work With

You will work within the Vantage Team - our global expert team - in BCG's Operations practice and the Procurement topic. 

While working within the Vantage Team, you would also play a role in managing and disseminating knowledge within the firm, participating in the creation of internal databases and tools that facilitate the sharing of insights and best practices across BCG's global network, which will offer you a unique experience in research, analysis, and practical applications. 

Additional info

The Vantage Team at BCG is an integral component of the firm, serving as a hub of expertise that elevates the quality of consulting services offered. This team is composed of global experts with specialized industry knowledge and analytical skills, dedicated to providing BCG’s projects with a depth of insight. The Vantage Team is also instrumental in the cultivation, management, and dissemination of knowledge within BCG. This includes the creation of comprehensive databases and innovative tools that facilitate the sharing of best practices and insights across the global firm. The Vantage Team not only supports BCG’s position as a leader in strategic consulting but also fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
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