MBA Consultant, Strategy & Transformation Analytics

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Harry & David Operations Corp. is a leading provider of gourmet food and floral gifts. They are seeking a highly motivated MBA candidate or recent graduate to support a 10-week strategic project within the Strategy & Transformation Analytics organization, focusing on optimizing shipping models and enhancing customer experience. Responsibilities Conduct research and analysis related to business strategy, fulfillment, and delivery optimization Gather and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities Evaluate tradeoffs between cost, speed, and service levels across shipping and delivery options Analyze customer behavior and identify drivers of conversion and cart abandonment related to delivery experience Assess current carrier mix, routing strategies, and cost-to-serve across shipment types Identify opportunities to optimize packaging, reduce dimensional costs, and improve operational efficiency Develop strategic recommendations and transformation-focused improvement opportunities Build financial and operational models to quantify impact on cost, revenue, and margin Create presentations, reports, and executive summaries for leadership stakeholders Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and validate findings Support project planning, milestone tracking, and deliverable execution Present project findings and recommendations to leadership at the conclusion of the engagement Skills Current MBA student or recent graduate Experience in conducting research and analysis related to business strategy Ability to gather and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data Skills in evaluating tradeoffs between cost, speed, and service levels Experience analyzing customer behavior and identifying drivers of conversion Ability to assess current carrier mix and routing strategies Skills in identifying opportunities to optimize packaging and improve operational efficiency Experience in developing strategic recommendations and transformation-focused improvement opportunities Ability to build financial and operational models Skills in creating presentations, reports, and executive summaries Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams Ability to support project planning and milestone tracking Skills in presenting project findings and recommendations to leadership Benefits On-site/4 days in office, 1 day remote Company Overview Harry & David Operations Corp. is a retail company based out of 2500 S PACIFIC HWY, Medford, Oregon, United States. It was founded in 1972, and is headquartered in Medford, Oregon, US, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https//www.harryanddavid.com. Apply To This Job

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