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

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

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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.

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.

• 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.

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 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.

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.

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 - $130,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• 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