Principal Consultant – Transportation Management System
Cincinnato OH, Hybrid

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 Principal Consultant, you will make an impact by leading and delivering consulting services to help clients solve complex business and technology challenges, particularly in the supply chain and transportation management domains. You will be a valued member of the consulting team and work collaboratively with leaders, stakeholders, and clients.

In this role, you will:
• Provide consulting services, working closely with clients to address business and technology challenges.
• Advise clients on critical supply chain issues in the transportation management domain.
• Drive business and technical transformation for clients in logistics and transportation.
• Deliver outstanding client results and facilitate client teams in implementing recommendations.
• Lead and support business development pursuits, including RFI/RFP responses and proposal writing.

Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based out of Cincinnati OH. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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 must have to be considered
• Master’s in business administration or equivalent.
• 15-18 years’ experience in consulting, product management, or business analysis with exposure to IT systems and package solutions.
• Experience in consulting or as an industry SME in retail, consumer goods, travel, or hospitality sectors.
• Experience handling large-scale transformation projects around supply chain and logistics.
• Deep operational and process expertise with transportation management, including routing, rating, optimization, last mile, and fleet management.

These will help you succeed
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing Manhattan Active TM solutions; familiarity with other COTS TMS solutions is a plus.
• Experience delivering tangible business outcomes in transportation for retail, consumer packaged goods, logistics, or transportation industries.
• Proficiency in broader supply chain domain areas, including processes and technology.
• Experience in agile product development/implementation as a product manager.
• Experience working in onsite/offshore models and flexibility to work in client time zones as needed.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply frameworks to design and present solutions.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently or as a delivery owner.

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
• $140,000-$180,000
• This position is 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 and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program
• 10 paid holidays plus PTO
• Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
• Learning and development certifications and programs

Post closing date
Applications will be accepted until 11/30/2025

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.