Manager – Consulting (Manufacturing/Industrial)

Cognizant•Minneapolis, MN

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Manager – Consulting (Manufacturing/Industrial), you will make an impact by leading business transformation initiatives for manufacturing clients across the value chain—from sourcing and procurement to manufacturing and distribution. You will be a valued member of the Manufacturing, Logistics, Energy & Utilities (MLEU) Consulting unit in the Americas region and work collaboratively with clients and Cognizant teams to deliver strategic outcomes.

Requirements

5+ years of consulting and/or industry experience in manufacturing.
Proven expertise in configure-to-order and process-oriented environments.
Strong customer-facing capabilities with a track record for selling and delivering consulting engagements.
Experience engaging Director/VP-level stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of R&D, PLM, and integrated design and manufacturing processes.
Strong leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated experience authoring thought leadership and speaking at industry events.

Responsibilities

Lead transformation programs for manufacturing clients, including configure-to-order and process-oriented environments.
Provide strategic guidance and tailored solutions across operations, supply chain, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements and operational excellence.
Develop supply chain strategies: inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics optimization.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies; measure value realization.
Manage client relationships (Manager through Director level), ensuring delivery quality and stakeholder alignment.
Contribute to thought leadership development through white papers, workshops, and webinars.