Managing Partner - Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Retail & Utility sectors

About Gartner Consulting

Gartner Consulting is the extension of Gartner’s world‐class Business and Technology organization. We partner with C‐level executives to turn insight into action; helping them not only define strategy but also realize measurable value from their technology investments. Our consultants leverage Gartner’s proprietary data, tools, and frameworks to guide clients through transformation journeys that deliver tangible business outcomes.

Role Overview

As a Managing Partner, you will lead strategic engagements with CIOs and senior business leaders, helping them execute transformation strategies and maximize ROI from IT programs. You’ll be responsible for growing Gartner Consulting’s footprint across key accounts in the DACH region, ensuring high‐impact delivery and long‐term client success.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs and senior executives, guiding them through strategy execution and transformation.


• Ensure clients realise the full value of their IT investments, from digital enablement to cost optimisation and vendor ecosystem management.


• Lead cross‐functional teams to deliver Gartner Consulting solutions that align with clients’ mission‐critical priorities.


• Drive business development, account growth, and margin improvement across your portfolio.


• Collaborate with Expert Partners and Gartner Research to bring cutting‐edge insights into execution.


• Own and grow a portfolio of strategic accounts in the Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Retail & Utility sectors.


• Develop and deliver compelling proposals and business plans that link Gartner insights to client outcomes.


• Lead execution of transformation programmes, ensuring alignment with business goals and IT strategy.


• Build and lead high‐performing consulting teams that deliver measurable impact.


• Maintain strong relationships with Gartner Research and internal stakeholders to ensure integrated delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a top‐tier management consultancy, with a focus on strategy execution and client impact.


• Deep understanding of IT transformation, including digital enablement, artificial intelligence, application modernisation, cloud strategy, sourcing and vendor management, and cost optimisation.


• Strong track record of C‐level engagement, particularly with CIOs.


• Demonstrated success in business development, account management, and revenue growth.


• Ability to inspire and lead diverse teams toward shared goals.


• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for solving complex business challenges.


• Fluent in German and English.

Benefits

• World‐class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.


• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive and to meet in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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