Cognizant Hiring: Senior Logistics Consultant 2026:-
Cognizant is hiring candidates for the role of “Senior Consultant – Transportation & Logistics” in Chennai, India. Complete details are given below.
| Company :- | Cognizant |
| Job Role :- | Senior Consultant – Transportation & Logistics |
| Location :- | Chennai, India |
| Job Category :- | Technology & Engineering |
| Work Model :- | Hybrid |
| Experience :- | 8–10 Years |
| Salary :- | As per Company Standards |
| Last Date to Apply :- | ASAP |
Role Overview:-
As a Senior Consultant – Transportation & Logistics, you will lead supply chain optimization, transportation network design, and digital transformation initiatives. You will help clients improve operational efficiency, reduce logistics costs, and enhance service reliability by delivering scalable and data-driven solutions aligned with business goals.
Educational Requirements:-
- B.E / B.Tech
- M.E / M.Tech
- MBA (Operations / Supply Chain Management) – Preferred
- Or equivalent degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Industrial Engineering
- Operations Management
- Related disciplines
Key Skills:-
Technical Skills
- Transportation and logistics operations
- Supply chain optimization
- Network design and planning
- Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
- Route optimization tools
- Freight management and carrier operations
- Load planning and tendering
- Business Intelligence and analytics tools
- KPI development and dashboard reporting
- Process mapping and documentation
Soft Skills
- Leadership and consulting skills
- Stakeholder management
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Presentation and communication skills
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project management and execution
Roles & Responsibilities:-
Consulting & Strategy
- Lead end-to-end consulting engagements in transportation and logistics
- Develop operational improvement roadmaps
- Deliver measurable cost and efficiency benefits
Supply Chain Optimization
- Analyze transportation networks and routing strategies
- Improve carrier mix and shipment consolidation
- Enhance service levels while reducing logistics costs
Process Design & Implementation
- Design scalable transportation planning processes
- Align logistics operations with warehouse and inventory strategies
- Support transportation management solution implementations
Data Analytics & Reporting
- Develop dashboards and KPIs for freight cost and service performance
- Perform current-state assessments and root-cause analysis
- Use analytics to identify opportunities for improvement
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with operations, procurement, and finance teams
- Deliver business cases and presentations to clients
- Conduct workshops and support change management initiatives
Governance & Sustainability
- Document SOPs and best practices
- Support logistics sustainability initiatives
- Recommend network redesign and asset utilization improvements
Preferred Skills:-
- Experience with line haul planning and last-mile delivery
- Exposure to trucking, ocean, air, and parcel transportation
- Knowledge of carrier settlement and freight auditing
- Experience with route optimization engines
- Familiarity with global logistics operations
About Company:-
Cognizant is a leading global technology and professional services company that helps enterprises modernize technology, transform processes, and deliver innovative digital experiences. With deep expertise in AI, engineering, and industry solutions, Cognizant enables organizations to achieve business growth and operational excellence in a rapidly evolving world.
Company Benefits:-
- Hybrid work model
- Global client exposure
- Learning and certification opportunities
- Career growth and leadership development
- Collaborative and innovation-driven environment
- Opportunities to work on AI-powered transformation initiatives
Cognizant Hiring: Senior Logistics Consultant 2026 Application Process:-
Interested candidates can apply from the given below link.
Apply Link:- Click Here To Apply
Note:- Only the shortlisted candidates will be notified for the further interview process.
