Data Associate, Consumer Product

ABOUT US:

Bain & Company is a global consultancy that helps the world’s most ambitious change makers define the future. Across 61 offices in 39 countries, we work alongside our clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results, outperform the competition and redefine industries. Since our founding in 1973, we have measured our success by the success of our clients, and we proudly maintain the highest level of client advocacy in the industry.

Bain established its Capability Network in 2004 with the launch of its first hub in New Delhi. Now known as the Bain Capability Network (BCN), the team has expanded across multiple geographies—including a rapidly growing presence in Mexico City. BCN Mexico plays a vital role in supporting Bain's global case teams by delivering high-quality analytics and research across industries. Whether contributing to corporate strategy, private equity due diligence, client development, or Bain’s proprietary intellectual property, BCN Mexico is a key part of how we scale expertise and impact for clients worldwide.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

You’ll work in collaborative teams made up of Directors, Managers, Project Leaders, Associates, and Analysts. Projects typically range from 3 weeks to 6 months, with delivery models that may include working as part of a broader Bain case team, independently with a Bain Associate Partner or Partner, or directly with clients. You’ll have the opportunity to partner with Bain’s global Consumer Products and Retail Practice leaders and client-facing teams across regions, gaining exposure to diverse business challenges and delivery formats.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As an Associate in the Consumer Products & Retail Center of Expertise, you will contribute to high-impact projects across global Consumer Products (e.g., F&B, Personal Care, Pet Care, OTC Healthcare) and Retail sectors (e.g., Grocery, Apparel, e-commerce, B2B). Working closely with Bain’s global case teams and leadership, you’ll help design and deliver analytics-driven insights that solve complex business challenges and create measurable client value.

• Contribute to delivering analytics solutions and business insights across Consumer Products and Retail domains
• Own complex workstreams with support from Project Leaders or Managers, managing 1–2 Analysts where applicable
• Translate client needs into actionable workplans and outputs
• Work with analytical tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, KNIME, SQL, Python, R, Excel, PowerPoint) to synthesize data and generate insights
• Perform robust data checks and ensure high-quality, error-free outputs
• Drive client discussions and communicate findings clearly and effectively
• Lead focused internal and client meetings to present recommendations and implications
• Seek and provide actionable feedback in real time
• Support innovation efforts through automation, visualization, and advanced analytics

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of relevant experience in consulting, analytics, or a global MNC environment, or
  Master’s degree with 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Strong academic track record with demonstrated analytical and leadership skills
• Experience working in or with Consumer Products or Retail organizations preferred
• Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communicator, able to lead discussions and present confidently to senior stakeholders
• Hands-on experience with analytics tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, KNIME, SQL, Python, or R
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of statistical modeling and ability to generate simple, actionable insights from complex data
• Knowledge of industry-specific data sources (e.g., Nielsen, IRI, shopper panels) is a plus
• Familiarity with cloud tools (Azure, AWS) and exposure to LLM, GenAI, or ML models is a plus
• Strong team player with the ability to mentor others and collaborate effectively

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

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Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.