Consulting Manager

Senior Consulting Manager (Telecommunications focus)

Communication, Media and Telecommunications

Location: Hybrid

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. Cognizant is headquartered in the U.S. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

COGNIZANT CONSULTING

Within Cognizant is Cognizant Consulting, a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With over 6,000 consultants worldwide, Cognizant offers high-value consulting services that improve business performance and operational productivity, lower operational expenses and enhance overall performance. Clients draw upon our deep industry expertise, program and change management capabilities, and analytical objectivity to help improve business productivity, drive technology-enabled business transformation and increase shareholder value. We provide a number of Business/IT Consulting Services including Business Strategy, IT Strategy & Roadmap Development, Process Re-Engineering & Transformation, Enterprise Architecture & Technology Selection, and Domain Solutions. The Cognizant Consulting team is a high performing organization that is continually expanding our client base and increasingly being recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. And we're growing!

The Role

Our Consulting group is looking for a highly experienced Senior Consulting Manager with 15 to 18 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will a have a strong background in Supply Network Planning NSP, Product Management and Market Research. Experience in the Telecom domain is a plus. This role involves a hybrid work model with day shifts and no travel requirements.

We're looking for Senior Consulting Managers who can deliver within Cognizant's Five Pillars of Consulting: 1) Project Execution, 2) Expertise, 3) Business Development, 4) Practice Development, & 5) People Development. As a consultant, this means creating high-quality client deliverables and taking ownership (with supervision) of producing client content and meeting client expectations; developing an expertise in your functional area, including obtaining certifications; contributing to Client Satisfaction and/or RFPs; supporting leadership and contributing to content development for service offerings; and participating in PeopleCare initiatives and always exhibiting personal leadership. In addition to enabling consulting excellence through the Five Pillars of Consulting, the specific requirements for this position are below.

Our solutions are in demand and we're passionate about making a difference. If you have experience with the above, are a selfless leader, and are committed to client-facing environment; if you want to grow your career with a team that wants to build something great together, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of supply network planning strategies to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee product management processes to ensure alignment with market demands and company objectives.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on thorough market research to drive business growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of supply network planning and product management initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all supply network planning and product management activities.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques to drive data-driven decision-making.
• Mentor and guide team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in supply network planning and product management.
• Prepare and present detailed reports and presentations to senior management on project progress and outcomes.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Manage project budgets and resources to ensure optimal utilization and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Possess extensive experience in SNP
• Supply Network Planning and NSP
• Product Management.
• Demonstrate strong market research skills with the ability to derive actionable insights.
• Have a background in the Telecom domain which is highly desirable.
• Exhibit excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Show proficiency in using advanced analytical tools and techniques.
• Display strong leadership and team management skills.
• Possess excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Show a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Have a proven track record of successful project management.
• Exhibit strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage budgets and resources efficiently.
• Possess a strong understanding of industry standards and regulations.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)

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 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 position. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law