Automotive Manufacturing Strategy Principal

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays plus PTO

401(k) with company contributions

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Consulting Principal (Manufacturing exp.) at Associate Director level, hybrid in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL. The role focuses on manufacturing, automotive and transportation strategies at the intersection of business and technology, leading high-impact consulting engagements.

You will lead and mentor teams, drive AI-led discussions, and work with diverse stakeholders to develop proposals and drive large IT transformation deals.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing capabilities with track record in selling and delivering consulting engagements.
• Able to understand technology/architecture imperatives for consulting and IT transformation deals.
• Experience in manufacturing sector and with C-level executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end consulting engagements across strategy, operating model transformation, and digital initiatives.
• Drive client relationships and thought leadership to grow consulting footprint and revenue.
• Sell, lead, and deliver engagements while influencing senior executives and developing teams.
• Work with stakeholders to support proposal development, solution shaping, and client presentations.

Skills

Customer facing

Sales & delivery

Program management

Leadership

Communication with C-level

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or Master’s degree

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Consulting Principal (Manufacturing exp.) at Associate Director level, hybrid in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL. The role focuses on manufacturing, automotive and transportation strategies at the intersection of business and technology, leading high-impact consulting engagements.

You will lead and mentor teams, drive AI-led discussions, and work with diverse stakeholders to develop proposals and drive large IT transformation deals.