Associate Director – Management Consulting

Job Description

Petrochemicals & Chemicals Practice | Mumbai / Hybrid

We are hiring an experienced Associate Director to lead client engagements, drive business growth, and deliver large-scale transformation programs within the Petrochemicals & Chemicals practice.

This role combines revenue ownership, consulting delivery, and deep industry expertise, working closely with senior stakeholders to shape and execute strategic agendas.

Role Responsibilities

• Own and drive revenue targets for the petrochemicals and chemicals segment
• Identify and convert opportunities across growth strategy, operational excellence, supply chain transformation, and sustainability
• Lead proposals, solution design, and commercial structuring
• Build and manage senior stakeholder and CXO relationships

• Lead multiple consulting engagements with accountability for delivery, quality, and profitability
• Oversee complex programs across petrochemical value chains, including olefins, aromatics, polymers, and specialty chemicals
• Provide strategic recommendations and ensure strong governance and risk management

• Act as a trusted advisor on sector trends and transformation priorities
• Provide insights on feedstock economics, margins, and market dynamics
• Contribute to thought leadership and industry publications

• Drive account growth through cross-selling and account mining
• Position the firm as a long-term strategic partner

• Lead and mentor cross-functional consulting teams
• Develop team capabilities in domain and consulting toolkits
• Support hiring, performance management, and team development

• Support practice strategy and go-to-market initiatives
• Build reusable frameworks, solutions, and knowledge assets
• Collaborate with global teams to leverage best practices

• 10–12 years of experience in consulting or the petrochemicals/chemicals industry
• Proven track record in selling and delivering consulting engagements
• Strong experience in strategy and transformation programs
• Deep understanding of petrochemical and chemical value chains
• Experience managing large teams and multi-workstream programs

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Petrochemical Engineering (mandatory)
• MBA from a top-tier institute (preferred)

• Experience with global consulting firms or large petrochemical/chemical organizations
• Strong industry network
• Exposure to India and/or international markets