Analyst, Pulp and Paper Industry - New York, NY

2023-01-03

Full Time

Description

Company Description

AFRY began its journey in North America in 1966 in Menasha, WI as the former Marathon Engineers, Architects, Planners, LLC, an employee-owned company focused on rebuild projects in the pulp and paper sector. Jaakko Pöyry acquired the company in 1991, bringing extensive global knowledge and experience to Marathon clients. This added capability was quickly leveraged into performing larger new paper machine and energy system projects. Under AFRY’s leadership, the firm has recently expanded to the US Southeast, grown the energy business and included more chemical and metals recycling clients in its portfolio.

AFRY Management Consulting entered the US via an acquisition of a market research firm in New York in the 1980s and today AFRY provides leading-edge management consulting services related to strategy, growth, due diligence and operations to clients in the industrial, financial, and energy sectors.

AFRY has three offices in the US; Appleton, WI; Birmingham, AL; and New York, NY. In addition, AFRY has consultants and engineers operating in Atlanta, GA; Mobile, AL; and Boston, MA. AFRY’s services include best-in-class management consulting, technical consulting, engineering design, on-site support, project management, and construction management support services in the pulp, paper, packaging, chemical and energy fields.

AFRY is ranked #1 globally in pulp and paper industry engineering services and brings global knowledge and experience to both its engineering and management consulting clients. AFRY provides American and international clients US-based and experienced teams who can assist and guide companies looking to grow and invest in the US and Canada. AFRY consistently leverages the capabilities of global and local experts in combination with deep industry knowledge, rich local experience, and a collaborative spirit to bring success to our clients.

Bring your energy and talents to AFRY Management Consulting North America as an Analyst, Pulp and Paper Industry to be located in one of our following offices: New York, NY, Appleton, WI, or Birmingham, AL. At AFRY Management Consulting, we help asset-intensive manufacturing companies – pulp, packaging and tissue - make strategic business decisions that drive profitability, both in day-to-day operations and in long-term corporate strategy.

Job Description

If you are a recent graduate of a pulp and paper/Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree program and/or a candidate with 1-2 years of experience in a relevant area, this may be good opportunity for you!

In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to provide your contribution to pulp and paper clients by taking responsibility for our projects in the service lines of strategy, transactions, operational and digital transformation, and market analysis.

Responsibilities:

Developing clients’ core business and market strategies.
Creating and analyzing industry cost competitiveness models.
Supporting due diligence and M&A processes.
Supporting Operational Excellence projects helping clients to improve their operational and financial performance.
Gathering qualitative and quantitative information that drive rigorous business case analysis.
Building models and develop insights that support client strategic decisions.
Helping maintain and update AFRY’s internal cost competitiveness databases that contain descriptions and details on every pulp, packaging, tissue and paper mill in the world.
Conducting data and information analysis with the objective to identify deviations, variations, and productivity gaps.
Collaborate with the project teams and more senior consultants throughout different projects including brainstorming for ideas and formulating recommendations.

Qualifications

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Four-Year Engineering Degree is required (preferably Pulp and Paper Science or Chemical Engineering).
Advanced computer skills are required including Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office Suite.
At least 1-year previous experience but no more than 5 years in process manufacturing is highly desired, but not a requirement.
Prior exposure to process manufacturing, particularly in the paper, pulp, and packaging is a plus.
The ability to locate accurate information through internet research is also necessary.
The ability to communicate well is essential to the job: orally, written, and through clear charts and graphs.
Willingness to work in a variety of different roles, cultural settings and across sectors in an international environment.
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
Fluency in English is required. Due to the global nature of our company and client projects, the ability to communicate in other languages may be advantageous.
Master’s degree in related field a plus.

Additional Information

AFRY Management Consulting offers you the unique opportunity to:

Work in a challenging and stimulating consulting environment where you will work for the world’s leading companies in the paper, pulp and packaging industries.
Work with globally recognized experts in the areas of market strategies, price forecasting, economic cost modelling and operational excellence.
Be employed with a responsible, environmentally conscious company which fosters a dynamic atmosphere to support the growth and development of our team members.
Develop as an emerging management consulting expert sought out by global clients.
A collaborative, professional, innovative and responsible way of working with a desire to achieve the highest level of quality.
Excel based on how quickly you develop your management consulting skills.
At AFRY, we believe that having the best people attracts the best projects and having the best projects attracts the best people. We work in a global environment with a strong focus on the needs of our local clients.
We also offer an excellent benefits package to our employees:

Competitive benefits - Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays.

As part of your online application process, please provide a CV and covering letter stating why you want to work for AFRY. We only accept online applications.

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United States.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AFRY is committed to creating an inclusive & diverse environment and we are actively looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age. You will be part of a global and diverse company where our differences are our strengths. Join us to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society.