Knowledge Analyst - Paper & Packaging
McKinsey & Company
IT
Gurugram, Haryana, India
Posted on Jan 20, 2026
Knowledge Analyst - Paper & Packaging
Job ID: 104720
Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges—the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place.
Your Impact
You will leverage a solid understanding of business and technology trends, issues, and concepts in the paper & packaging industry, as well as other materials industries, to efficiently respond to complex questions by researching and synthesizing actionable facts and insights for our consulting teams and clients.
In this role, you will work alongside senior knowledge professionals on larger client projects and internal knowledge initiatives with a focus on paper & packaging. By collecting and analyzing data and information found in databases and/or other primary and secondary research tools, you will assemble a fact base, counsel consultants and clients on the scope of the business and economic trends surrounding the issue and provide insights and analysis for solving client problems at hand.
On a daily basis you will identify the key issues for a problem at hand and determine the most appropriate solution, while effectively balancing quality, availability, timeliness, and cost factors. You will likely perform a variety of analyses such as benchmarking, trend identification, industry profiling, market sizing, growth projections and opportunity scanning to add value to problem-solving discussions.
The Paper & Packaging team includes professionals globally who work alongside our consultants and clients to generate distinctive insights and proprietary knowledge. You will also be part of our global Client Capabilities Network (CCN) with more than 7,000 colleagues; where colleagues are driven by a culture of innovation and deliver distinctive client impact through assets and expertise. The range of tasks extends from short-term research to longer-term support of projects with complex analyses to the formulation of holistic publications.
Your Growth
Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.
When you join us, you will have:
- Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
- A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
- Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
Your qualifications and skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM, Economics, or Business
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in pulp, paper, packaging, or related industrial sectors; prior experience in the consulting industry is highly valued
- Strong understanding of business and economic drivers in the paper and packaging industry (e.g., value chain economics, supply–demand dynamics, production processes)
- Familiarity with sustainability, recycling, or circular economy trends in packaging is an advantage
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); exposure to data and visualization tools (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau, Python) is a plus
- Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly
Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues.
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Function -
Industry - Oil & Gas;Paper & Forest Products
Post to LinkedIn - Yes
Posted to LinkedIn Date - Fri Nov 14 00:00:00 GMT 2025
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LinkedIn Job Title - Knowledge Analyst - Paper & Packaging
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LinkedIn Industry - Management Consulting
LinkedIn Seniority Level - Mid-Senior level