Consulting Manager - Trade Promotion Management and Optimization (Retail/ CPG)

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the role

As a Consulting Manager, Trade Promotion Management and Optimization (TPx) – Consulting, you will make an impact by leading strategic consulting engagements for Retail and Consumer Goods clients, driving trade promotion optimization initiatives, and delivering high-value solutions. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant RCGTH Consulting team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, project teams, and junior consultants.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage TPx consulting projects for Retail/CPG clients, ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions that meet client objectives.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, TPx software vendor landscape, and promotional effectiveness to identify opportunities to optimize trade spending ROI.
• Develop and implement Trade Promotion Optimization strategies, including data and AI technology, business process, and organizational strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on TPx matters.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

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 or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in the CPG industry with hands-on experience as TPx user and/or TPx SaaS software (e.g. SAP TPM, Sales Force TPM, XTEL, Telus, Visualfabriq, etc.) implementation projects.
• Deep understanding of TPx closed loop process including trade budget setting, promotion and account planning, claims and settlement, and trade promotion ROI analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team of consultants.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships, with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.
• Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.).

These will help you stand out

• Experience supporting business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and participating in client pitches.
• Experience contributing to thought leadership materials, such as whitepapers, case studies, and industry presentations.
• Familiarity with digital transformation initiatives in the Retail/CPG sector.
• A hands-on leadership approach and commitment to building high-performing teams.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. 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.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 - $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:

Include applicable items based on the eligibility of the role

• 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