Capgemini
Consumer Products & Retail - Senior Consultant
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Senior Consultant – Consumer Products and Retail (CPR)
Location: London or Manchester (with requirement for flexibility for global assignments) Division: Capgemini Invent Organization: Consumer Products and Retail
At Capgemini Invent, we believe that difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend strategic thinking, scientific insights, and creative problem-solving to deliver meaningful solutions for our clients. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the Consumer Products and Retail (CPR) sector by working on large-scale transformation programmes, leveraging technology and AI, while fostering innovation within one of the world’s leading CPR organisations.
About the Role
Our CPR team is growing rapidly due to increased demand for consultancy services across Consumer Products and Retail. We collaborate with leading organisations—including major UK household names in apparel, grocery, household and personal care, health, and beauty—to address growth challenges, end-to-end value chain transformations, large-scale technology implementation, supply chain optimisation, and operational excellence.
As a Senior Consultant, you will:
- Work closely with senior client stakeholders to design and execute high-impact transformation programmes.
- Develop trusted advisor relationships with existing clients and grow the client base through proactively identifying and pursuing new opportunities.
- Drive thought leadership in emerging trends, including the role of AI and emerging technologies in reshaping the sector.
- Leverage your expertise to inspire clients and teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the following key activities:
Strategic & Project Leadership
- Lead strategy and transformation projects for leading Consumer Products and Retail brands.
- Manipulate high-autonomy workstreams with increasing responsibility while mentoring junior consultants and driving team development.
- Develop end-to-end strategies to deliver measurable business outcomes.
Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain high-trust client relationships—balancing loyalty with new business development.
- Proactively engage with potential leads through internal and external networks, contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, pitches, and client engagements.
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Thought Leadership & Industry Influence
- Drive industry thought leadership, fostering conversations around digitalisation, AI, and emerging trends within CPR.
- Contribute to internal campaigns, whitepapers, and whitepapers to strengthen the Capgemini Invent reputation in CPR.
- Share insights across the broader Capgemini network to escalate business growth opportunities.
Career & Business Development Growth Initiatives
- Participate in business development activities, including proposal writing, RFT contributions, and managing relationships with stakeholders.
- Engage in internal practice development (e.g., operations, recruitment, team events).
- Access training, certifications, and career development programmes to ensure continuous skill enhancement.
Requirements
Essential Experience
- 10+ years of consulting experience, preferably with a major consulting organisation or in a transformation role within CPR (leading brands, retailers, or manufacturers).
- Deep sector knowledge in Retail or Consumer Products, including expertise in one or more sub-sectors such as apparel, groceries, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), or e-commerce.
- Core domain expertise in at least one area:
- Commercial Excellence – e.g., Portfolio Strategy, Innovation/NPD, Category & Channel Strategy, Customer Experience, Digital Commerce, Pricing, Marketing, Data & Insights.
- Supply Chain & Operations – e.g., Demand & Supply Planning, Inventory Optimisation, Manufacturing, Logistics.
- Stores & Fulfillment – e.g., Store Operations, Fulfilment Strategies, E-commerce Logistics.
Behavioral & Personal Qualities
- A strong point of view on future industry trends, particularly how AI and digital transformation will influence CPR.
- Proven ability to convert strategy into execution, delivering significant impact through sharp delivery and actionable strategy.
- Ability to operate with confidence in ambiguity, leading in complex environments while maintaining composure.
- Commercially savvy with a proactive, network-driven approach—energetic in relationship-building and opportunity shaping.
- Creativity & innovation mindset, driving breakthrough solutions beyond incremental improvements.
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Benefits
Diversity & Inclusion & Well-being
- Capgemini actively fosters an inclusive culture. Our core values and campaigns—such as Active Inclusion—promote a workplace where everyone feels fully themselves.
- Mental Health Champions are available across business areas alongside wellbeing solutions (e.g., Thrive and Peppy apps).
- Positive work-life balance. Hybrid working is firmly embedded, and flexible working arrangements are standard for UK employees.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Social impact through technology. We focus on reducing our carbon footprint and improving access to digital services for underserved communities.
- Recognised as a world leader in ethical business practices. Named 10th consecutive "Most Ethical Company" by the Ethisphere Institute.
- Disability Confident Employer (Level 2): Guaranteed interview if disabled/declared adaptable under UK Government criteria.
Competitive Compensation & Flexibility
- Tailored compensation package including flexible benefits (selected to suit individual needs) and variable incentives based on performance.
- Global mobility required. Role contains the need for short or longer-term assignments across regions.
About Capgemini Invent
Capgemini is an AI-powered global leader in professional services, driving business transformation through strategic, technological and cultural innovation. With nearly 60 years’ experience, 420,000+ team members, and 2025 revenues (€22.5bn), we partner with industries to co-create sustainable progress.
- Embedded technology stack in CPR and Retail industries.
- Deep industry expertise across capabilities: strategy, technology architecture, AI and data science, product design, automation, and operations.
- Proud to be role models in diversity, inclusion and sustainability, ensuring a responsible legendary growth for clients and our people.
Disability Employer Commitment: Updated to reflect candidate rights to request accommodations and exploratory interviews where eligibility criteria are met.
Relocation may be required as needed for projects.
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