Senior Consulting Manager- Life Sciences - Commercial (...

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizantu2019s consulting practiceu2014weu2019re 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, weu2019re looking for our next colleague whou2019ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the role As a Senior Manager u2013 Consulting (Life Sciences Commercial Service, Repair, Field Service SME), you will make an impact by serving as a subject matter expert and consulting leader for commercial transformation initiatives across MedTech and Medical Device clients. You will be a valued member of the Life Sciences Commercial team and work collaboratively with managers, primary teams, and other stakeholders and clients. In this role, you will: + Lead MedTech / Medical Device service, repair, and field service consulting engagementsu2014shaping operating models, roadmaps, and execution plans and advising senior stakeholders. + Serve as a subject matter expert for service lifecycle capabilities including install/commissioning, preventive maintenance, corrective repair, upgrades/retrofits, recalls, and end-of-life support across hospitals, health systems, and provider networks. + Design and improve end-to-end service processes across case-to-resolution (intake/triage, dispatch/scheduling, on-site service execution, parts logistics/returns, service documentation, and closeout)u2014driving first-time fix, uptime, and customer experience. + Define service strategy and performance levers such as coverage models (field/remote), territory and route design, workforce capacity planning, SLA/contract entitlement management, and technician productivity for MedTech service organizations. + Translate business requirements into functional solution designs for service platforms (e.g., Field Service Management, scheduling/dispatch, mobile technician enablement, service contracts/warranty, asset history, knowledge management, and service analytics), working closely with product owners, technical teams, and delivery leads. + Support service supply chain and depot/repair execution models including spare parts planning, inventory optimization, RMA workflows, repair/return/refurbish processes, and vendor/third-party service partner governance in regulated environments. + Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Quality/Regulatory, Engineering/R&D, Customer Support/Call Center, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal/Compliance, and IT) to align governance, KPIs, and operating cadence. + Develop accelerators, frameworks, and reusable assets for MedTech service and field service engagements; mentor consultants and managers on domain processes and consulting best practices. Work model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this roleu2019s 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 though 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 youu2019re 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 + Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s degree in Business, Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. + 14u201318 years of experience in MedTech / Medical Device service organizations, field service, repair/depot operations, and/or consulting roles focused on service strategy, service operations, and service transformation. + Proven experience leading complex, multi-workstream programs (process, data, technology, change management) and senior client relationships. + Strong functional expertise in MedTech service domains such as dispatch and scheduling, technician productivity, field service mobility, parts logistics, service contract/entitlement management, warranty, and service quality metrics (e.g., uptime, first-time fix, MTTR). + Demonstrated ability to translate service business needs into functional requirements and solution designs for field service and service lifecycle capabilities (e.g., FSM, asset/service history, mobile apps, knowledge management, service analytics), working effectively with product owners and delivery teams. Nice-to-haves + MBA or advanced degree. + Experience with service business models such as warranty vs. post-warranty support, service contracts (time & materials, fixed-price, uptime/availability), subscriptions, and outcome-based services. + Knowledge of Medical Device quality/regulatory considerations impacting service (e.g., complaint handling interfaces, UDI/traceability, service documentation controls, CAPA linkages, recall execution, cybersecurity/service bulletins). + Familiarity with service parts and logistics practices (e.g., advance exchange, consignment, depot repair, calibration management) and related governance/controls. + Hands-on experience with field service/service platforms (e.g., Salesforce Service Cloud/Field Service, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service, ServiceNow FSM, Oracle/IFS, SAP Service) and service data/analytics ecosystems (asset master data, IoT/connected device telemetry, data warehouse/lake). + Remote service and digital enablement experience (e.g., remote diagnostics, virtual assist, connected service) and change management/adoption in regulated healthcare environments. + Service analytics and reporting experience (e.g., SLA attainment, technician utilization, parts fill rate, first-time fix, MTBF/MTTR) and storytelling with dataAI and automation use cases in CRM (NBA, recommendations). 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. Compensation + This position is eligible for Cognizantu2019s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizantu2019s applicable plans. 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 05/30/2026Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-05-01