Supply Chain Analytics Consultant

Cognizant; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays + PTO

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Supply Chain Analytics Consultant to help clients tackle complex supply chain challenges using data-driven insights, analytics, and digital transformation. You will work with client stakeholders, business leaders, and technology partners to drive operational excellence across the supply chain.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse and SAP, and requires strong communication and stakeholder management in a client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in supply chain planning and analytics with strong expertise in Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, and Optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse and SAP supply chain planning solutions.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and the application of analytics to improve operational performance.
• Experience gathering business requirements, performing data analysis, and delivering actionable business insights to stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to identify, analyze, and solve complex supply chain business challenges using data, analytics, and industry best practices.
• Develop insights and recommendations across Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, and Optimization processes.
• Leverage Kinaxis, SAP, and analytics solutions to improve planning effectiveness, inventory performance, and supply chain decision-making.
• Translate business requirements into analytical models, dashboards, and actionable recommendations that deliver measurable business value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support supply chain transformation initiatives, process improvements, and technology implementations.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

End-to-end supply chain understanding

Consulting/client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Analytics

Tools

Kinaxis RapidResponse

SAP

Power BI/Tableau (optional)

Job description

About the role

As a Supply Chain Analytics Consultant, you will make an impact by helping clients solve complex supply chain challenges through data-driven insights, advanced analytics, and digital transformation initiatives. You will be a valued member of the Supply Chain Consulting team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, business leaders, supply chain planners, analytics teams, and technology partners to drive operational excellence across the supply chain ecosystem.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with clients to identify, analyze, and solve complex supply chain business challenges using data, analytics, and industry best practices.
• Develop insights and recommendations across Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, and Supply Chain Optimization processes.
• Leverage Kinaxis, SAP, and analytics solutions to improve planning effectiveness, inventory performance, and supply chain decision-making.
• Translate business requirements into analytical models, dashboards, and actionable recommendations that deliver measurable business value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support supply chain transformation initiatives, process improvements, and technology implementations.

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. 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. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in supply chain planning and analytics with strong expertise in Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, and Optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse and SAP supply chain planning solutions.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and the application of analytics to improve operational performance.
• Experience gathering business requirements, performing data analysis, and delivering actionable business insights to stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technical teams.

These will help you stand out

• Experience supporting large-scale supply chain transformation or digital modernization programs.
• Knowledge of advanced analytics, predictive modeling, AI, or machine learning applications within supply chain environments.
• Experience working in consulting or client-facing environments.
• Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• APICS/ASCM, CSCP, CPIM, or related supply chain certifications.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until October 04, 2026

The annual salary for this position is between $ 115,000 - $ 130,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

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