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Consulting Manager, Logistics

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Role Overview

We are looking for a Business Solutions Architect who brings together product thinking and technical architecture to design and deliver scalable digital solutions. This role will lead Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) initiatives, shape product strategy, and define cloud-native architectures that improve speed, quality, and reliability across the product development lifecycle.

You will work at the intersection of business, product, and engineering, translating market needs into actionable solutions and ensuring delivery aligns with both customer expectations and enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Product & Business Strategy

· Lead PLM initiatives to accelerate product delivery and improve quality and reliability

· Define product and solution strategies aligned with business goals and customer needs

· Translate market insights and customer feedback into features, requirements, and trade-offs

· Own and manage the product backlog and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business outcomes

Solution Architecture & Technical Leadership

· Design and govern end-to-end cloud-native solutions (microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures)

· Provide hands-on guidance on modern cloud technologies (containers, serverless, messaging, data platforms)

· Lead solution reviews across internal teams and external vendors

· Drive POCs and innovation initiatives, including emerging technologies (e.g., GenAI, Agentic AI)

Delivery, Quality & Governance

· Define reliability, availability, and performance standards, partner with QA for execution

· Establish compliance and testing frameworks aligned with enterprise and industry standards

· Drive architecture governance, ensuring adherence to security, data, and integration best practices

· Lead code/design reviews to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions

Collaboration & Enablement

· Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to embed domain expertise into solutions

· Communicate roadmaps, risks, and decisions to stakeholders at all levels

· Facilitate workshops and mentor teams on product, architecture, and logistics concepts

· Drive continuous improvement through metrics, instrumentation, and feedback loops

Required Qualifications

· 15+ years of IT experience, including 7+ years in cloud architecture and implementation

· Proven experience in solution architecture and product/platform delivery

· Strong leadership across product, engineering, and business teams

Technical Expertise

· Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP

· Strong knowledge of:

  • Microservices & API-driven architectures
  • Event-driven systems (queues, messaging, streaming)
  • Containers & orchestration
  • Serverless computing (e.g., Lambda/Functions)
  • Cloud databases and storage (e.g., Aurora, Cosmos DB, S3, Blob)

· Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)

· Good understanding of security, data, and integration strategies

Preferred Skills

· Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)

  • Experience in transportation & logistics platforms and operations
  • Exposure to PLM systems and digital product lifecycle environments
  • Experience with Generative AI / Agentic AI use cases

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s strongly preferred.

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary & Compensation:

Salary: Applications will be accepted until May 15th, 2026. The annual salary for this position is between $81,450.00 – $129,500.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Incentives: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, subject to applicable plan terms.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays plus PTO, 401(k) with company contributions, Short-term/Long-term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Disclaimer: Salary, other compensation, and benefits are accurate as of the date of this posting and may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

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What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.

Your path to Cognizant

Wondering what to expect after you apply? Here’s a peek at our recruitment process—and keep in mind that not all candidates advance through every step and the process may vary depending on your role and location.

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Step 1: Application

Find an open role that aligns with your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Consider joining our Talent Community if you don’t find the right opportunity.

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Step 2: Recruiter call

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short introductory call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills align with the role.

Step 3: Interview(s)

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll meet with one of our hiring managers. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Final decision

Our hiring team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This process may take some time because we want to get it right—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our teams achieve incredible things when they feel fully supported. That’s why our benefits program is built around the diverse needs of our people—so they can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation is competitive and reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, discount programs, etc.

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Physical and mental wellbeing

Physical and mental wellbeing

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

Your Career, Your Way
Your career, your way

Your career, your way

With 90% of our associates building skills through GenAI training, job shadowing, industry certifications and more, you have everything you need to build a full career.

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Real-world impact

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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“I’ve had the chance to work on impactful projects and shadow colleagues, all while getting involved in internal initiatives. The world is your oyster at Cognizant—you just need to take advantage of it!”
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“When I first joined, I was quiet and hesitant to share my thoughts. The leadership programs and the mentoring I’ve received have helped me find my voice and grow as a leader.”
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"Nobody here says ‘that’s not my job.’ People just help. That’s the entrepreneurial culture that makes me stay at Cognizant.”
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