MBA holders versus direct promotes in the post-consulting talent market
The dedication it takes to either complete an MBA or receive a direct promotion is valued differently across companies and industries.
Vice President, Client Development
Leading Consumer/Retail Organization
Cincinnati
Our client is a wholly owned, consumer/retail-focused subsidiary of a leading materials science and manufacturing company. A market leader in technology-enabled products, our client specializes in the design and execution of tools and media solutions that drive customer engagement and topline revenue for its industry partners. This organization is seeking a new Vice President of Client Development to lead and grow the relationship and customer strategy with one of its most critical partnerships in the grocery space. This person will have the ability to work across functions to drive innovation, growth, new product offerings and relationships across the client and broader industry. The ideal candidate will have 5-10+ years of post-MBA management consulting experience and a deep expertise in retail, grocery, consumer, technology or analogous industries, either from their time in consulting or from experience in industry. Fresh produce and grocery experience is preferred, but not required.
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