Managing Director - Life Sciences & Industrials - Philadelphia

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.   

Sia supports organizations across the Philadelphia market in driving transformation, innovation, and long-term competitiveness. Since 2000, we have partnered with leaders across industries to deliver growth strategies, business transformation, and digital modernization initiatives.

Our teams help clients navigate complex regulatory environments, adopt emerging technologies such as AI, and enhance operational performance to stay ahead in an evolving landscape. By combining deep functional expertise with a pragmatic, results-driven approach, we enable organizations to adapt, innovate, and lead within their respective industries.

Sia’s Managing Directors (MDs) are key leaders who shape the firm’s success across a diverse range of industries. They drive business growth through Business Development, Account Management, Consulting Delivery, and People Leadership. 

As the primary force behind new business development and revenue generation, MDs leverage their extensive networks to acquire new clients and expand the firm’s reach. They are expected to strengthen existing relationships, cultivate new ones, and continuously grow their professional connections. 

MDs also play a key role in developing expertise, serving as trusted advisors who provide industry best practices, strategic guidance, and thought leadership to support clients through their transformation journeys. 

Consulting Delivery 

• Effectively manage time across multiple domains and work efforts, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and providing proactive solutions both internally and externally. 
• Lead, structure, and manage meetings; utilize a variety of tools and methodologies to best align with client needs and culture. 
• Foster a highly collaborative approach to support client delivery and client growth. 

Project Management 

• Supervise multiple projects and manage programs while supporting team members. 
• Provide support and guidance to managers to help navigate complex issues and/or demanding situations. 
• Lead strategic meetings and share knowledge and best practices. 

Business Expertise 

• Play a primary role in cultivating new client relationships, new client engagements, and revenue growth. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Digital Transformation and Business Transformation while representing Sia’s core capabilities and expertise. 
• Contribute valuable insights and perspectives to enhance the efficacy of the organization’s strategic decision-making processes. 

People Management 

• Supervise and lead team-based projects; establish goals; coach, evaluate, and support the growth of consultants and team members. 
• Identify internal areas of improvement and proactively solve problems. 
• Help develop and support the growth of consultants. 

Leadership 

• Provide guidance, coaching, direction, and support to consultants and teams. 

• You must be local to Philadelphia and surrounding area with an extensive local network – and be willing to work in a hybrid environment with a combo of remote and on client site. 
• Ability to travel to support client delivery and new client development as needed. 
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 
• Proven ability to lead sales/business development efforts to support and mature existing client relationships and revenue growth. 
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment in generating new clients and delivering consulting services, while developing and maturing new client relationships and opportunities. 
• 10+ years of consulting experience, with a focus on manufacturing, utiltities and / or life sciences industry sectors. 
• Broad knowledge of available commercial-off-the-shelf software solutions, tools, technical standards, and integration techniques. 
• Passionate about providing guidance and coaching to delivery teams. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Annual base salary starting at $180,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Healthcare coverage that includes 3 medical plan options: Anthem – EPO HSA, EPO HSA MERP, and PPO; dental and vision through MetLife; and life insurance policies through Mutual of Omaha 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Paid Time Off  
• Parental leave paid at 100% of base pay for all new parents   
• 9 Company Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday  
• 401(k) Plan - 4% matching and vested on day 1  
• College save-up plan & college loan repayment plan 
• Monthly cell phone stipend  
• Pre-tax account for Parking and Mass Transit  
• Sia provides several wellness and incentive programs free of charge through the firm medical plan – Anthem - such as:  • Gym Reimbursement 
• LiveHealth Online 
• Well-being Coach 
• Building Healthy Families Program  
• And much more 

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

 

Office Workplace Guidelines  

Sia provides a flexible workplace environment tailored to meet client and business needs. Managing Directors are expected to work from the office full time, five days per week. This reflects the critical leadership role Managing Directors play in driving our business, fostering collaboration and strengthening client relationships. 

 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.