Functional Consultant - Airline Pricing

Functional Consultant Airline Pricing (USA | Dallas, TX)

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practicewe'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 Functional Consultant Airline Pricing, you will make an impact by leading a strategic airline pricing software development initiative for a key client. You will be a valued member of the Travel & Hospitality Consulting team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, delivery teams, and internal leadership.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as the primary onsite engagement manager and point of contact, driving strategic alignment and fostering strong client relationships throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Lead requirement management by gathering, documenting, and validating business and functional requirements, translating them into features/user stories, and maintaining traceability.
• Conduct GAP analysis of current-state processes and systems to identify improvement opportunities aligned with client objectives.
• Oversee cross-functional project teams, perform Scrum Master duties, and deliver timely updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate global delivery teams across onsite and offshore locations to ensure seamless collaboration and adherence to airline pricing standards.

Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Dallas, TX. 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 Must Have to Be Considered

• 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Consultant in large-scale IT transformation programs in the airline industry.
• Prior experience in commercial airline function, preferably in pricing and revenue management.
• Strong understanding of airline fare creation and filing processes, including competitive analysis; experience with ATPCO preferred.
• Proven track record managing large consulting engagements or software development projects, ideally within an onshore/offshore delivery model.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.

These Will Help You Succeed

• Familiarity with digital platforms, cloud-based solutions, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience with airline joint business agreements, alliance partnerships, and international joint venture pricing.
• Understanding software development methodologies and Scrum responsibilities.
• Ability to define KPIs, success metrics, and reporting frameworks.
• Experience supporting UAT planning, execution, and defect triaging.

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. Benefits

• 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 October 8, 2025

What We Offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

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, provincial 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.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.