Strategy Consultant for Multi-State Restaurant Chain

We’re looking for experienced strategy consultants to serve as Engagement Managers on our team. (This role is roughly equivalent to an Engagement Manager at McKinsey, a Project Leader at BCG, or a Manager at Bain). Our ideal candidate has successfully led client engagement work at a top consulting firm and is looking to continue that work in the flexible consulting model that Artemis Connection provides. She/He is a strategic thinker, structured communicator, and excellent project manager who can navigate between managing client teams and more junior Artemis Connection team members.In this 3-4 month contract engagement, we're looking for an experienced strategy consultant to tackle complex, high-visibility problems for one of our clients, a multi-state restaurant chain. You will identify key issues, partner cross-functionally to conduct analyses, craft management-level recommendations, and implement strategic programs that shape the future of their stores. Responsibilities:Business Strategy & Insights• Diagnose business challenges across Store Operations and Store Development• Build business cases, including size of prize, margin impact, and profit contribution• Identify trade-offs across revenue, margin, customer experience, and operational risk• Translate qualitative and quantitative insights into clear strategic recommendationsProject Leadership & Execution• Develop project charters with clear problem statements, KPIs, scope, and timelines• Lead cross-functional workstreams from ideation through implementation• Apply structured frameworks and Human-Centered Design to develop innovative solutions• Communicate progress and manage expectations with leaders at all levelsStorytelling & Communication• Create compelling management-level presentations and narratives• Synthesize research into focused, actionable strategic direction• Use data to frame decisions and drive alignment across stakeholdersInnovation & Influence• Inspire cross-functional teams and drive momentum behind strategic ideas• Navigate ambiguity to bring complex initiatives to life• Champion innovation and thoughtful risk-takingWho You Are• Analytical thinker skilled in data analysis and modeling• Strong communicator and storyteller with executive-ready presentation skills• Strategic problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity• Collaborative leader experienced in managing stakeholders and cross-functional teams• Curious, proactive, and motivated to improve store experiences and performancePreferred Experience• 5-7 years of Strategy Consulting experience (This role is roughly equivalent to an Engagement Manager at McKinsey, a Project Leader at BCG, or a Manager at Bain).• Retail operations, store development, and/or strategic consulting experience• Project management and cross-functional leadership• Experience developing strategic business cases and presenting to executivesQualifications• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite• Experience with data and visualization tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Tableau, Power BI) preferred Apply tot his job