Job Description
ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS. Insights & Analytics ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership. Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high-quality, insight-driven solutions to help clients solve complex business challenges. This role requires strong unstructured problem-solving skills, along with advanced analytical, research, synthesis, and communication capabilities. Consultants often work across multiple projects simultaneously and, over time, develop deep expertise within a specific industry, practice area, or client relationship. A key focus of this role is leveraging market research and data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making, particularly within healthcare, life sciences, and related industries. What You’ll Do: Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant in the Insights & Analytics group will... Partner with clients to design and implement strategies that enhance sales, marketing, and medical engagement across digital and in-person channels Collaborate with project leadership to define project scope, structure problem-solving approaches, and develop actionable workplans Lead project execution by managing timelines, organizing data, and coordinating team activities and client communications Conduct structured issue analysis and develop hypotheses around key client business challenges Design and execute primary and secondary market research studies, including: Qualitative methods: in-depth interviews, focus groups, advisory boards Quantitative methods: surveys, segmentation, conjoint analysis, and statistical modeling Translate business questions into effective research designs and analytical frameworks Analyze and synthesize data from multiple sources (market research, real-world data, secondary sources) to generate actionable insights Develop clear, insight-driven recommendations and communicate findings to clients and internal stakeholders, with a focus on business impact Provide thought leadership and innovative approaches to problem-solving within project teams and across practice areas Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations Contribute to internal firm initiatives and knowledge-building efforts Mentor and coach junior team members, supporting their professional growth What You’ll Bring MBA or advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or analytical discipline such as Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Data Science, Engineering, or similar. PhD in Marketing, Economics, Decision Sciences, or related field is also applicable 2–5+ years of hands-on market research experience, ideally within pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences industries. Demonstrated experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, including study design, execution, and insight generation Strong analytical background with experience using tools such as R, SAS, Tableau, Excel/VBA, or similar Experience translating market research findings into strategic business recommendations High motivation, strong work ethic, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proven ability (or strong interest) in leading and managing teams Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present insights to senior-level stakeholders Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliver