Director, Transportation & Logistics Transformation

Cognizant; United States; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Consulting Director with deep Transportation and Logistics expertise to drive complex engagements, shaping strategy and guiding digital transformation for global enterprises. Leverage over twenty years of experience in a hybrid work model to deliver measurable value, enhance supply chain resilience, and support sustainable growth.

Responsibilities include leading transformation roadmaps, optimizing networks, and designing data-driven operating models.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in consulting or equivalent strategic roles focused on Transportation and Logistics.
• Experience managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders in hybrid work models.
• Strong quantitative analysis financial modeling and performance measurement skills.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems and related SCM technologies.
• Excellent communication facilitation and storytelling for executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic consulting engagements to define transformation roadmaps for Transportation and Logistics.
• Analyze end-to-end transportation networks to identify cost optimization and risk mitigation.
• Design data-driven operating models for logistics planning and warehousing.
• Advise clients on digital solutions including transportation management platforms and analytics for better planning and decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align initiatives with strategic goals.
• Mentor delivery teams and ensure high-quality outcomes across projects.
• Coordinate hybrid work practices to maintain client engagement and predictable delivery.

Skills

Twenty years consulting experience

Transportation & Logistics expertise

Executive communication

Financial modeling

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work adaptability

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Consulting Director with deep Transportation and Logistics expertise to drive complex engagements, shaping strategy and guiding digital transformation for global enterprises. Leverage over twenty years of experience in a hybrid work model to deliver measurable value, enhance supply chain resilience, and support sustainable growth.

Responsibilities include leading transformation roadmaps, optimizing networks, and designing data-driven operating models.