Cognizant is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. The Mapping Operations Manager will be responsible for driving growth, reaching business objectives, and driving highly effective delivery teams. This team works on keeping Maps Data current and reflective of real-world changes. Work on issues submitted by end users of Maps or test the location results of user queries submitted via Search (Web) or Maps interface.
Please note that this role is fully onsite in Bothell, WA. Only local candidates will be considered.
Role Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain professional executive business relations with clients, distributors and vendors and to ensure a high level of service and client satisfaction
- Oversee the implementation of effective business practices and ensure operational excellence at all levels to further enhance client satisfaction and advocacy
- Work directly with the Service Delivery teams and other key leaders in driving new revenues and increasing growth within existing accounts
- Develop strategic and tactical goals and objectives, review revenues and costs, and coordinate operations throughout accounts
- Support key initiatives/partnerships designed to advance business goals
- Manage day-to-day Account Management activities, including strategic planning, development and implementation of appropriate business operations
- Work with senior management, client representatives, and other resources to administer effective strategies, solutions, and policies consistent with established Company-wide goals and initiatives
- Serve as the company’s primary point-of-contact for client relations and satisfaction, deliver on client expectations; ensure effective account management, employee performance and productivity
- Facilitate activities with related department heads and stakeholders, provide leadership to subordinate employees, and ensure client advocacy at all levels of operations
- Develop management protocols and accountabilities to ensure the timely and thorough execution of sales strategies and ensure coordination and integration with broader corporate goals and objectives
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have at least 12 or more management experience in a fast paced, rapidly-changing operations environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in sales or closely related business field or an equivalent combination of professional, directly related experience and directly related education; MBA preferred
- Prior experience in leading international operations
- The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to leadership, employee development, an understanding of Lean and Six Sigma, and a keen interest in and familiarity with technical systems, in addition to an exceptional level of dedication, motivation, and intelligence.
- Demonstrated ability managing and developing large high-performance teams of associates/managers is required. Demonstrated familiarity with general principles of workflow in an inbound call/ chat/ email center, and current technologies to help manage that workflow. Must possess exceptional analytical capabilities.
- The candidate should have a specialized skill set in running large scale production operations, preferably in a contact center environment. A deep knowledge in continuous improvement methods such as Kaizen, Lean, DMAIC, etc. is required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as a strong technical and analytical aptitude are required.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $114,500 - $134,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
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.
