What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Associate Relationship Manager position at Cognizant Technology Solutions?
Sales Associate Relationship Manager
Cognizant Technology Solutions (NASDAQ : CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, redefining customers' business, operating, and technology models for the digital economy. With annual revenues of $19.4 billion and a market value of $38 billion, we help global corporations adapt to market disruptions and build stronger, more agile, and innovative businesses.
At Cognizant, we give organizations the insights to anticipate what customers want and act instantly to deliver on those demands so our clients can achieve the goal of every modern business : staying one step ahead of a constantly evolving world. For more than 25 years, Cognizant has helped organizations across every industry envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. And we're just getting started!
Who you are :
Cognizant is looking for talented individuals to join as an Associate Relationship Manager. We are seeking candidates who have the drive and eagerness to learn; ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team; and can demonstrate strong verbal skills, attention to detail with strong project management, presentation, and facilitation skills. Our goal is to build a uniquely fun and growth-oriented culture of problem solvers.
Successful candidates should possess the following qualifications :
- Minimum of an MBA degree with 2 years of work experience in a particular industry sector
- Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment and drive to deliver new and innovative solutions
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to client service excellence
- Curiosity to develop domain experience / familiarity in one or more industries :
Banking & Capital Markets
Position Overview
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to operate at the confluence of industry and technology as our unique differentiation is domain expertise in our industry focus areas, combined with deep expertise and insight in exciting emerging technologies like generative AI, Industry 4.0 and Cloud infrastructure.
The Americas commercial organization is a cross-functional team that is continually expanding our client base and advancing our thinking on important technology perspectives. As an Associate Relationship Manager, you'll play an exciting role by working with clients to understand their difficulties and emerging trends in the industries and help them solve their greatest problems with technology. You will be tasked with monitoring trends and connecting the dots with Cognizant's insights and offerings to be able to offer a valuable perspective for our clients. You will play an important role in our impactful teams by driving thorough project management oversight. You will contribute to the creation and delivery of thoughtful and compelling proposals that identify what our clients need and how we'll specifically and uniquely address those needs with our solutions.
We provide mentoring where you will connect with peers and build your network. Throughout your first year, we will closely monitor your progress and offer coaching, training, and support to help you achieve your long-term career goals at Cognizant. Our associates' diverse set of backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results!
Responsibilities
Location
New hires will be aligned to one of the following areas : Atlanta, GA; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Dallas, TX; Des Moines, IA; Detroit, MI; Dublin, OH; Grand Rapids, MI; Hartford, CT; Louisville, KY; Minneapolis, MN; New Jersey; New York; Norfolk, VA; Portland, OR; Raleigh, NC; Redmond, WA; Sacramento, CA; San Antonio, TX; San Francisco Bay area; Seattle, WA; West Palm Beach, FL.
Applicants must be willing to relocate to one of these major geographic areas. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business need and position availability will determine final location assignment.
Start Date
Associate Relationship Managers will start in June 2025 . Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary is $115,000.00, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, depending upon eligibility requirements :
Disclaimer
The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
Work Authorization
Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT / OPT program) for this role.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer provider and committed to creating a diverse environment. Cognizant considers all applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital and family status, disabilities, sexual orientation or preference, veteran status or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law.
Salary : $19 - $115,000
