Commercials and Pricing Strategy team:
The Commercials and Pricing Strategy team is a crucial team for all kinds of business development activities, deal renewals / extensions, contractual document drafting, margin enhancement initiatives and so on. This is a high order dynamic role where the team not only plays the role of hardcore finance professionals but also displays high degree of business solutions skillset. The current positions are for the high growth Communication, Media and Technology vertical in the BPO space which in itself is a one billion dollar plus SBU. We are looking for professionals who categorically meet our requirements and could execute following roles and responsibilities efficiently.
Designation:
SDM / Manager – BD commercial ;( 8 - 12 Years of Experience with minimum 6 years of relevant experience post highest qualification)s
Roles & Responsibilities:
Core
§ Build and update various kinds of commercial models for new opportunities, scope extension and renewals of existing contracts, scenario analysis, price walks & comparisons and likewise
§ Bring innovative ideas and financial prudency around revenue recognition, cost forecasting, capitalization & amortization, termination calculation and other similar activities
§ Build / contribute in effort estimates, transition estimates, productivity & assessment matrices, due diligence & deal related questionnaires, contract terms, MSAs, SOWs and likewise
§ Safeguard company’s interest with foresight towards assumption risks, educating stakeholders on potential opportunity and pitfalls
§ Validate costings provided by different teams through benchmark analysis and ROI assessment, highlight non-value adding and/or inappropriate costing to stakeholders
§ Drive commercial discussions and meetings with convincing and accurate answers to the queries raised by stakeholders and leadership team through on-the-fly analysis and quick number crunching
§ Obtain necessary and timely approvals in order to meet corporate guideline and stringent timelines
§ Take full ownership of the financial numbers and ensure commercial approach and pricing strategy are in tandem with sales pitch, solution and client ask
§ Prepare pricing associated documents such as power point presentation, word files, emailers, use cases, leaflets, collaterals, etc. for internal evaluation and client submissions
§ Liaise, mobilize and manage key stakeholders such as sales, marketing, finance, commercial, legal, delivery and external consultants at times during proposals to obtain necessary information and solution agreement
§ Thrive to deliver compliant, professionally produced, technically sound, and market representative commercial responses for RFI/RFP/RFQ and manage deal pricing independently
Ancillary
§ Build financial / commercials / pricing templates, identify opportunity for automation and undertake key initiative to improve overall productivity of team
§ Create domain specific training materials and run skill development programs
§ Track industry, growing client requirements; Conduct competitive analysis and capability mapping; Leverage this knowledge in proactive proposals and client initiated bids
Qualification / Requirements
Must Haves
§ Managed service pricing experience with a minimum of five years in Business Process / Knowledge Process Outsourcing pricing space
§ Must be a post-graduate with an MBA (on-campus and regular; not through correspondence or part-time) from top B-schools of India OR a Chartered Accountant (CA articleship won’t be counted under work experience) or a Chartered Financial Analyst from CFA Institute
§ Through understanding of P&Ls, cash flows, provisioning / budgeting along with strong grasp of finance and numbers are critical to this role; Quick number crunching is vital to this role
§ Must be well conversant with Microsoft Excel and Formulae automation
§ Ability to work on multiple projects / tasks simultaneously; Must be able to perform under high pressure and stringent deadlines
§ Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), ability to influence stakeholders
Good To Haves
§ Prior experience in investment research / equity research / business modelling / valuation / FP&A / corporate finance / budgeting / likewise
§ Advance Microsoft excel skills with hold on VBA / Macros along with hands-on with MS Office Power Points and Words
§ Exposure to Communication, Media and Technology sectors and understanding of Outsourcing industry are preferable
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 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 is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
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