Partner, Consumer & Retail - Strategy Consulting

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.   

Be the leader behind the transformation of tomorrow’s consumer brands.    

Join a fast-growing global consulting firm that’s rewriting the rules for how strategy and execution intersect. At Sia, we empower senior leaders to drive complex transformations, shape industry trends, and grow thriving practices. As a Partner in our Consumer Industry Business Unit, you’ll play a critical role in expanding our footprint in North America while delivering next-generation solutions to consumer-focused organizations reshaping the industry. 

Backed by a global footprint and a large breadth of capabilities, our teams guide C-suite leaders across retail, consumer goods, e-commerce, and hospitality. We combine domain expertise with digital and tech-forward approaches that make a lasting impact. 

As we expand our footprint across the US, we’re seeking an entrepreneurial Partner to spearhead growth and drive our continued success in this dynamic and rapidly evolving market.

Your Role as a Partner  

As a Partner, you’ll be a key leader and trusted advisor – both within the firm and across the broader market. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape strategy, build lasting client relationships, and inspire high-performing teams.  You will:   

Drive Client Growth  

• Lead and grow strategic client accounts in the consumer/ retail industry -- serving as their trusted advisor on transformation, digital, omnichannel marketing & customer experience and data/ai. 
• Own and lead client accounts, serving as the primary relationship manager and strategic advisor.  
• Originate new business, drawing from your established network and relationships.  

Deliver Consulting Excellence  

• Independently generate client billing.  
• Oversee complex strategy and transformation programs end-to-end, ensuring high-impact delivery that exceeds client expectations.  
• Leverage global expertise and cross-functional teams to solve our clients’ toughest challenges. 
• Advise clients on leveraging AI and data analytics to drive personalized customer journeys and optimize supply chain operations. 
• Guide clients through sustainability initiatives relevant to consumer brands. 

Lead People & Culture   

• Inspire and coach a high-performing team.  
• Champion Sia’s inclusive, collaborative, and entrepreneurial culture, mentoring the next generation of leadership.  

Shape the Future of the Firm  

• Contribute to our go-to-market strategy, service development, and firm governance.  
• Actively collaborate across international hubs and service lines to deliver integrated, cross-border value. 

What You Bring  

• Based in New York City, with an active, senior-level network in the U.S. consumer industry (retail, consumer goods, e-commerce, or hospitality). 
• 15+ years in consulting, including leadership roles in digital & operational transformation, operating model design & implementation, or omnichannel marketing & customer experience strategy.  
• A proven track record of winning and delivering multimillion-dollar consulting engagements.  
• Executive presence and the ability to influence and engage C-level clients.  
• A passion for team development, coaching, and fostering a high-performance culture.  
• Bachelors required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred. 
• A history of successful account growth across blue-chip organizations in the Consumer & Retail sector. 

Growth & Impact 

• Opportunity to build and scale a new practice area in the U.S. market. 
• Shape the future of consumer engagement and digital commerce.

External Market Leadership & Visibility  

Candidates must demonstrate an established external presence, including active participation in industry-facing activities, such as: 

• Speaking engagements at industry conferences, client forums, or professional events 
• Panel participation or moderation on relevant business, functional, or industry topics 
• Professional memberships in recognized industry associations or advisory councils 
• Regular attendance and/or leadership involvement in executive-level events or forums that support brand building, client development, or thought leadership

Our Commitment to Diversity  

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are central to our culture at Sia. Through our DEIB@Sia network, we advance initiatives in gender equality (with a 2023 Gender Equality Index score of 93/100), LGBTQ+ inclusion, race and ethnicity, support for working parents, and disability inclusion. At Sia, we believe that fostering DEIB enables all employees to reach their full potential and better serve our clients.  

Office Workplace Guidelines   

Sia provides a flexible workplace environment tailored to meet client and business needs. To support our values, this position requires an on-site presence of 3 or more days per week.  

Compensation & Benefits  

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia.  

Competitive Compensation Package   

• Annual Base Salary Range: $300,000-$350,000 commensurate with experience  
• Personal Sales Bonus  
• Individual Bonus (annual/discretionary)  

Robust Health Coverage  

• 3 Medical plans   
• Dental and Vision   
• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance   

Tax-Advantaged Accounts  

• 401K retirement plan  
• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment  
• Health Savings Account (HSA)  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)   
• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter  

Family Friendly Benefits   

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure  
• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan  

Time Off to Recharge  

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy  
• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday   

Extras that Make Life Easier  

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance  
• Monthly cell phone stipend  
• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including:  • Gym membership reimbursement  
• LiveHealth Online virtual care  
• Personalized support from a Well-being Coach   

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost  • Free confidential counseling and emotional support services   
• On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)   

Employer Brand & Recognition 

Sia has been recognized for its innovation, client impact, and inclusive culture. Our consultants consistently cite our entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative environment, and meaningful work as key reasons for joining and staying. 

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.