Principal Consultant – Energy Supply Chain

Wood Mackenzie

Principal Consultant leading energy supply chain consulting projects at Wood Mackenzie. Fostering client relationships and managing project execution, leveraging data-driven insights.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As project lead, candidate will be accountable for the quality of all solutions delivered to our energy clients under their management, from analytics to presentations
Manage client relationships by effectively interfacing at all levels from the C-Suite to the Supply Chain, Project Management, Engineering and Business Development teams
Oversee more junior members of the Supply Chain Consulting team and drive successful project execution
Develop work plans to accomplish project scopes while setting clear objectives and deliverables
Regularly update management on project progress, including revenue recognition and profitability metrics
Identify opportunities to sell additional WoodMac consulting services and products; partner with management and other WoodMac stakeholders to close the deal

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree is preferred
10+ years in a Consulting, Supply Chain, Operations, or Engineering function; experience within the Power & Renewables and/or Oil & Gas sectors is preferred
Exceptional analytical, problem solving, project/time management and managerial skills
Strong technical writing, ability to write persuasive documents and construct high-impact storylines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a large spectrum of clientele
Proven success contributing to a team-oriented environment both as an individual contributor and a team leader
Passionate about active coaching and committed to improving productivity and opportunities for junior staff
Ability to learn quickly and adapt based on the needs of clients and WoodMac; focus on solutions, not problems
Demonstrated ability to lead a dynamic, cohesive team and to work effectively in a team environment
Actively work to develop areas of expertise
Results driven; enjoys the challenge of a changing business environment
Willingness to travel 60- 80% of the time (post-COVID restrictions)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunities Employer

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Hard Skills & Tools

analyticsproject managementtechnical writingproblem solvingtime managementconsultingoperationsengineeringrevenue recognitionprofitability metrics

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsteam leadershipcoachingadaptabilityresults drivenanalytical skillspersuasive writingteam-orienteddynamic team leadership

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree