Senior Manager – Consulting (Manufacturing/Industrial)
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?
About the Role
As a Senior Manager – Consulting (Manufacturing/Industrial), you will make an impact by leading business transformation for clients across the value chain—from sourcing & procurement to manufacturing and distribution. You will be a valued member of the Manufacturing, Logistics, Energy & Utilities (MLEU) Consulting unit in the Americas and work collaboratively with clients and cross-functional Cognizant teams to deliver strategic outcomes.
In this Role, You Will
· Lead transformation programs for industrial/manufacturing clients, including configure-to-order and process-oriented environments.
· Provide strategic guidance and tailored solutions across operations, supply chain, and continuous improvement.
· Partner with cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements and operational excellence.
· Develop supply chain strategies: inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics optimization.
· Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies; measure value realization.
· Manage senior client relationships (Director/VP level), ensuring delivery quality and stakeholder alignment.
· Drive thought leadership (white papers, workshops, webinars) and represent Cognizant in industry forums.
Work Model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence in Minneapolis, MN, with travel as needed. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
· 12+ years of consulting and/or industry experience in manufacturing/industrial sectors.
· Proven expertise in configure-to-order and process-oriented environments.
· Excellent client-facing capabilities with a track record for selling and delivering consulting engagements.
· Experience engaging Director/VP-level stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.
· Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
These Will Help You Succeed
· Knowledge of R&D/PLM/Integrated Design & Manufacturing.
· Strong leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder management skills.
· Demonstrated experience authoring thought leadership and speaking at industry events.
Compensation
Pay Transparency: Salary range for this position is $98,853- $ 134,500annually.
This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits
· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
· 401(k) plan and contributions
· Employee stock purchase plan
· Employee assistance program
· 17 paid holidays plus PTO
· Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
· Learning and development certifications and programs
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.
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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.