Senior Product Owner / Product Manager – Courier, Express & Parcel (CEP) Consulting

May 25, 2026

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<h1>About Cognizant Consulting<o:p></o:p></h1>Cognizant Consulting is a global community of 5,000+ 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?<o:p></o:p><h1>About the Role<o:p></o:p></h1>As a Senior Product Owner / Product Manager, you will make an impact by leading strategic product initiatives and advisory engagements in the Courier, Express & Parcel (CEP) industry. You will be a valued member of the Transportation & Logistics Consulting team and work collaboratively with clients, internal teams, and executive stakeholders.<o:p></o:p><h1>In this role, you will:<o:p></o:p></h1>· Define and own the product vision and roadmap for CEP solutions, aligning with enterprise and client transformation goals.<o:p></o:p>· Advise clients on digital transformation strategies, operational efficiency, and customer-centric delivery models.<o:p></o:p>· Lead consulting engagements to assess current-state operations and define future-state operating models.<o:p></o:p>· Drive innovation in parcel capabilities, including last-mile optimization, real-time visibility, and automation.<o:p></o:p>· Translate industry trends into actionable product strategies that deliver measurable ROI.<o:p></o:p>· Develop business cases and value realization frameworks for product initiatives.<o:p></o:p>· Build and scale CEP consulting frameworks, including methodologies, playbooks, and thought leadership assets.<o:p></o:p>· Mentor internal teams and support capability development for CEP solutions.<o:p></o:p>· Collaborate with sales and account teams to shape proposals, lead client workshops, and present strategic product roadmaps.<o:p></o:p>· Represent Cognizant in industry forums, webinars, and strategic partnerships.<o:p></o:p><h1>Work Model<o:p></o:p></h1>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.<o:p></o:p><h1>What you must have to be considered<o:p></o:p></h1>· 10+ years of product management/ownership experience, with advisory or consulting experience in CEP, logistics, or supply chain.<o:p></o:p>· Deep knowledge of parcel operations, cross-border logistics, and digital delivery ecosystems.<o:p></o:p>· Proven ability to define enterprise-level product strategies and deliver business transformation outcomes.<o:p></o:p>· Experience in practice building, client advisory, and executive-level stakeholder engagement.<o:p></o:p>· Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, APIs, AI-driven logistics, and automation technologies.<o:p></o:p><h1>These will help you succeed<o:p></o:p></h1>· MBA or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Technology Management.<o:p></o:p>· Certifications such as CSPO, SAFe POPM, or Pragmatic Product Leadership.<o:p></o:p>· Experience in green logistics, AI-driven optimization, and digital commerce ecosystems.<o:p></o:p><h1>Compensation<o:p></o:p></h1>$95,000–$150,000 This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.<o:p></o:p><h1>Benefits<o:p></o:p></h1>· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance<o:p></o:p>· 401(k) plan and contributions<o:p></o:p>· Employee stock purchase plan<o:p></o:p>· Employee assistance program<o:p></o:p>· 10 paid holidays plus PTO<o:p></o:p>· Paid parental leave and fertility assistance<o:p></o:p>· Learning and development certifications and programs<o:p></o:p><h1>Post Closing Date<o:p></o:p></h1>Applications will be accepted until 12/15/2025.<o:p></o:p>

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