Anaplan Solution Architect - Manager - 00070555991

Cognizant; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

Paid Holidays and PTO

401(k) Plan with Company Contributions

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Anaplan Solution Architect with FP&A and Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP) expertise. You will bridge business requirements and Anaplan solutions, leading architecture, design, and implementation while ensuring scalable, high-quality deliverables.

The role supports enterprise planning initiatives, with hybrid work including 5 days per month in Chicago offices. 10+ years IT/planning background and 3+ years Anaplan experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT, planning systems, or consulting experience.
• 3+ years hands-on Anaplan implementation and solution architecture experience.
• Strong understanding of FP&A processes.
• Experience with Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP).
• Expertise in Anaplan model building, workspace administration, and governance.
• Strong knowledge of Anaplan security, including Selective Access and Dynamic Cell Access (DCA).
• Proven analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Translate financial planning and business requirements into scalable Anaplan solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand planning processes and convert business needs into technical deliverables.
• Design, develop, and maintain Anaplan models and workspaces following best practices.
• Manage Anaplan security, including Selective Access and Dynamic Cell Access (DCA).
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis to resolve model and data-related challenges.
• Interpret user stories from Agile sprints and deliver high-quality Anaplan solutions.
• Drive solution optimization, release management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

Skills

Anaplan expertise

FP&A domain knowledge

MFP experience

Problem solving

Stakeholder collaboration

Model governance

Agile experience

Tools

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Anaplan Solution Architect with expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP). The ideal candidate will bridge business requirements and Anaplan solutions, leading architecture, design, and implementation efforts while ensuring scalable, high-quality deliverables. This role requires strong problem-solving capabilities, model governance expertise, and collaboration with business and technical stakeholders to support enterprise planning initiatives.

In This Role, You Will:

• Translate financial planning and business requirements into scalable Anaplan solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand planning processes and convert business needs into technical deliverables.
• Design, develop, and maintain Anaplan models and workspaces following best practices.
• Manage Anaplan security, including Selective Access and Dynamic Cell Access (DCA).
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis to resolve model and data-related challenges.
• Interpret user stories from Agile sprints and deliver high-quality Anaplan solutions.
• Drive solution optimization, release management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

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 5 days per month in a client or Cognizant office in Chicago, IL. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client requirements.

What You Need to Have to Be Considered

• 10+ years of overall IT, planning systems, or consulting experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on Anaplan implementation and solution architecture experience.
• Strong understanding of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes.
• Experience with Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP).
• Expertise in Anaplan model building, workspace administration, and governance.
• Strong knowledge of Anaplan security, including Selective Access and Dynamic Cell Access (DCA).
• Proven analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with business users and translate requirements into technical solutions.

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Anaplan Solution Architect Certification (or higher).
• Experience implementing large-scale retail planning solutions.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning and integrated business planning processes.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Applications are being accepted through 10/08/2026.

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. This position also qualifies for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, contingent on performance and applicable plan terms.

Benefits (subject to eligibility requirements)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: Compensation and benefits details are current as of this posting date. Cognizant may modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.