Oliver Wyman Retail & Consumer Goods Practice
About Retail & Consumer Goods
Retail and consumer goods covers everything from grocery and apparel to luxury and e-commerce. The industry is shaped by changing consumer behaviors, omnichannel strategies, and supply chain complexity.
Sub-sectors
Current Hot Topics
- •Unified commerce and omnichannel
- •Sustainability and circular economy
- •Private label growth
- •Last-mile delivery optimization
- •Retail media networks
- •Consumer data and personalization
Oliver Wyman's Position in Retail
Oliver Wyman has a strong presence in Retail consulting with a medium-sized team of experienced consultants.
While not the largest player, Oliver Wyman has built a competitive Retail practice with deep expertise in specific areas. The firm is a strong choice for candidates interested in Retail work with meaningful client impact.
Types of Retail Work
Oliver Wyman's Retail practice typically works on:
Interview Expectations
Candidate-Led Format
Oliver Wyman uses an candidate-led case format. Candidate-led cases with strong quantitative emphasis. Known for math-heavy cases and detailed financial modeling, especially in financial services.
Industry Knowledge Requirements
No prior Retail knowledge is required. Cases may be set in the industry but are accessible to generalists.
Common Retail Case Types
Career Path in Retail
Strong growth potential with clear progression paths and deep client relationships in Retail.
Exit Opportunities
Consultants from Oliver Wyman's Retail practice commonly move to:
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