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
À propos de nous :
Cognizant (NASDAQ : CTSH) est un concepteur d’IA et un fournisseur de services technologiques. Avec notre gamme de solutions IA full-stack, nous accompagnons nos clients au carrefour de l’investissement dans l’IA et de la valeur ajoutée. Notre grande expertise sectorielle, des processus et de l’ingénierie nous permet de convertir le contexte propre à chaque entreprise en systèmes technologiques amplificateurs du potentiel humain, générateurs de résultats tangibles et garants de l’avantage des acteurs internationaux dans un monde en constante évolution. Découvrez notre méthode sur www.cognizant.com ou suivez @cognizant.
Renseignments suppplémentaires sur l'emploi
Les informations relatives à la rémunération du poste à pourvoir dépendent de la date de publication de l’offre de poste. Cognizant se réserve le droit de modifier ces informations à tout moment, sous réserve des lois applicables.
Cognizant est un employeur soucieux de l'égalité des chances entre candidats. Votre candidature sera étudiée indépendamment de votre race, couleur, sexe, religion, croyances, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine, handicap, informations génétiques, grossesse, statut d'ancien militaire ou de toute autre critère jugé discriminant par les lois européennes ou françaises.
Vous êtes porteur d'un handicap, vous pouvez-nous contacter par courriel [email protected] si vous souhaitez préciser les aménagements nécessaires pour le poste ou les entretiens à venir.
Les candidats peuvent être invités à participer à des entretiens en face à face ou par vidéoconférence. En outre, les candidats peuvent être amenés à présenter une carte d'identité valide lors de chaque entretien.
