Next Street · 4 hours ago
Senior Manager, Strategy (Advanced Manufacturing and Services)
Next Street is a leading national small business solutions firm dedicated to strengthening small business ecosystems. The Senior Manager will lead high-impact client engagements focusing on advanced manufacturing and services, managing teams, and driving strategic recommendations to enhance client outcomes.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesManagement ConsultingSmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Lead 2–3 concurrent client engagements, owning end-to-end delivery, quality, and outcomes
Structure complex, ambiguous problems into clear hypotheses, workplans, and analytical approaches
Apply expertise in advanced manufacturing, industrial services, engineering, construction, and related supply chains to diagnose challenges and design solutions
Translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations and serve as a trusted advisor to senior client leaders
Manage engagement scope, timelines, staffing, and financial performance to ensure effective execution
Lead research and analytics initiatives that inform both client needs and Next Street’s point of view
Frame research questions and oversee quantitative and qualitative analysis across market, financial, organizational, and supply chain topics
Synthesize complex datasets into clear narratives, visuals, and implications for decision-makers
Develop thought leadership deliverables—including frameworks, briefs, reports, presentations, and convenings—focused on small business, advanced manufacturing and services, and macroeconomic growth
Build repeatable analytical tools, datasets, and methodologies that strengthen firm capabilities and scalability
Lead and develop small, high-performing teams of Analysts, Associates, and Managers
Set direction, coach through ambiguity, and elevate analytical rigor and delivery quality
Provide ongoing feedback, mentorship, and performance guidance to support professional growth for team members
Identify new business development opportunities with existing and prospective clients
Support business development processes through pitch meetings, client discussions, and proposal development
Partner with senior leaders to expand client relationships and contribute to engagement pipelines
Qualification
Required
5–7+ years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, or a related professional services environment, with increasing responsibility over time
2+ years of experience leading project teams and managing client relationships in an Engagement Manager or Project Leader-type role
Ideal experience working in or with advanced manufacturing, industrial services, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or related supply chains
Strong ability to structure ambiguous problems, develop hypotheses, and drive rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis
Experience leading research and data-driven analytics, translating complex findings into clear, executive-ready insights
Clear, concise communication skills, including comfort presenting to and influencing senior leaders
Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with a commitment to high-quality, well-structured deliverables
A track record of delivering complex work on time while managing scope, teams, and priorities
Experience coaching and developing junior professionals, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style
Motivation to apply your skills to mission-driven work focused on small business growth, supply chains, and inclusive economic development
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits – We know you work hard, and we want to reward you for it. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits packages (including 401k and paid parental leave) for mission-driven work.
Generous paid time off – We want to ensure you have time to recharge and to pursue your many passions. We give our team members 20 days of paid time off per year, inclusive federal holidays, volunteer days and more!
Mentorship and Sponsorship – You will have frequent access to our diverse and dynamic senior team. They will be committed to your growth and will invest in mentoring you.
Career development – We take growth seriously. We give each team member an annual professional development stipend and provide ample coaching.
Flexibility – It is important that you work when and where you work best. We are flexible with employees to accommodate individual schedules and work preferences. This includes a low travel mode during non-pandemic times.
Social events and perks – We admire and value our teammates. We plan events throughout the year and provide office snacks so you can perform your best every day and more!
Company
Next Street
Next Street is an advisory company mobilizing capital, customers, and capabilities to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Funding
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Growth StageRecent News
2025-08-08
2025-07-29
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