Job Description

· Responsible for the preparation and development of the project plans, goals, and budgets; identifying resources needed

· Developing schedules and methods for measuring results

· Guiding and performing strategic analysis for the project

· Organizing and managing all phases of the project to ensure on-time completion

· Assembling and coordinating project team members; assigning individual responsibilities

· Managing stakeholders and overseeing the preparation and dissemination of project communications

· Facilitate coordination of activities with other project teams to manage dependency.

· Define, mitigate, manage and communicate risks and issues.

Key Qualifications:

· Good functional knowledge in Informatica MDM

· Must have 10+ years of experience as full-time project manager (directly managing the team).

· Has experience in implementation of Master Data Management projects

· Very conversant with different project management frameworks (e.g. Scrum, PMP, Kanban) and preferably certified

· Demonstrated experience in managing minimally 2 large projects (> 1year, > 30 people, > USD 5mill )

Good to have:

· Good practical knowledge of developing WBS, Risk management, Issue management , Dependency management

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
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. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
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.