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Consulting Principal, Supply Chain Management
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Date published: Oct 09 2026
Location: London / United Kingdom
Job category: Consulting
Work model: 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 Consulting Principal, Supply Chain Management, you will make an impact by driving procurement transformation, category strategy, supplier management, and Procure2Pay Consulting across our clients. You will be a valued member of the Supply Chain Management Consulting team and work collaboratively with senior business leaders, procurement consulting teams, and clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute enterprise-wide procurement and category management strategies for our clients, leading procurement transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, governance, and stakeholder satisfaction, and building business cases and sourcing strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Drive adoption of digital procurement capabilities, automation, AI, and GenAI solutions within procurement functions.
- Partner with senior business leaders to understand requirements and align procurement strategies to business priorities, providing procurement advisory services and futuristic AI-enabled solution vision, and acting as a trusted advisor on sourcing and procurement best practices, operating models, and emerging market trends.
- Build and mentor high-performing procurement consulting teams, developing capability frameworks and best-practice methodologies for AI in Sourcing & Procurement, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
- Consistently demonstrate the Cognizant Way to Lead, which means operating with Personal Leadership (building trust, collaboration, and inclusion), Organizational Leadership (driving vision and purpose, demonstrating a strategic and enterprise mindset, and creating and communicating a bold direction that inspires purpose), and Business Leadership (exemplifying client focus, managing ambiguity with accountability and results, and operating with financial acumen).
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 X days a week in a client or Cognizant office in London, UK. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent.
- Proven procurement leadership experience managing or consulting for large global spend portfolios.
- Deep expertise in sourcing & procurement processes for categories including technology, professional services, facilities management, construction, and capital projects.
- Experience leading procurement transformation and operating model improvements, including advisory or consulting experience supporting procurement transformation initiatives.
- Experience working across multi-cultural environments and managing global stakeholders.
Nice to Have
- MBA or advanced business qualification.
- Expertise in AI & GenAI for Procurement, and Digital Procurement Platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement, GEP).
- Strong capabilities across Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Contract Negotiation, and Commercial Governance.
- Proficiency in Procurement Transformation, Spend Analytics, Cost Optimization, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, and Procurement Operating Models.
- Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, & Leading the Business.
- The embodiment of Cognizant's Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The right Thing, & Own It.
We Offer
Our benefits program is built with you in mind-so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.
Financial wellbeing
We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.
Physical and mental health
We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.
Your career, your way
With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.
Real-world impact
Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
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.
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.
Your Path to Cognizant
Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.
Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity
Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.
Step 2: Connect with your recruiter
If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.
Step 3: Show off your skills
If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.
Step 4: Decision time
Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.
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