Consulting Manager, Supply Chain

Cognizant Technology Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Supply Chain Transformation Consultant to drive consulting engagements, focusing on business analysis and advisory services across various supply chain domains. The role emphasizes client interaction and industry thought leadership while fostering a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and functional expertise in supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Functional expertise in Supply chain planning Business Processes.
• Exposure to logistics or procurement functions.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive consulting engagement with clients to envision solutions.
• Conduct market research and analysis for insights.
• Lead the development of proposals (RFP/RFI).

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP PPDS

Kinaxis

OMP

Job description

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The Company

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) 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 (U.S.), Cognizant has over 340,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Key Responsibilities:

• This is a Supply chain transformation Consulting role encompassing:
• Advisory Services, Process Consulting and Business Analysis across different supply chain planning domains, including S&OP, Demand & Supply Planning, Production Scheduling and Inventory Optimization.
• Own and drive consulting engagement with clients to envision solutions and develop roadmap.
• Identify and recommend transformation opportunities during client engagements.

Business Support:

• Lead/assist consulting partner and horizontal leads in proposal (RFP/RFI) development activities.
• Conduct market research and analysis to provide insights.
• As part of business development activities, create financial models and business cases.

Thought Leadership:

• Drive thought leadership agenda for E2E Supply chain planning functions via white papers, webinars, and analysts connect.
• Lead in developing and presenting Point of views specific to different industries like Manufacturing, Life Sciences and technology trends specific to Supply Chain Planning capabilities.

Other requirements:

• Fluency in English with strong social, communication, and presentation skills in client-facing role
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Positive attitude and strong sense of ownership

Essential Skills

• Must have Functional expertise in Supply chain planning Business Processes
• Must have exposure to any other supply chain functions such as logistics, or procurement
• Must have exposure to major packages in the domain like SAP IBP, SAP PPDS, Kinaxis or OMP

Nice To Have Skills

• Good to have prior experience at a Tier-1 management consulting firm.
• Good to have familiarity with industry/research/benchmarking resources across Supply Chain functions.
• Experience in dealing / managing international clients

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

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

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, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.