Transportation Consulting Manager at NTT DATA, Inc. in Atlanta, US-GA, United States

Job description

• The Transportation Consulting Manager at NTT DATA is responsible for delivering transportation consulting solutions to clients, focusing on sourcing, network optimization, and operational improvement. The role involves leading and managing consulting projects, developing executive presentations, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least 5 years’ experience in transportation consulting, and proficiency with data visualization and analytical tools. The position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to travel up to 40%. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, consulting experience, and familiarity with procurement optimization, transportation management systems, and analytics tools. The salary range is $105,840–$196,000, with eligibility for incentive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
• We are currently seeking a Transportation Consulting Manager to join our team remotely in the US.

Responsibilities

• As a Transportation Consulting Manager, you will help clients improve transportation performance through analysis-driven strategic and tactical consulting engagements. You will lead transportation sourcing, network optimization, transportation technology, and operational improvement initiatives while delivering measurable business value.
• Joining NTT DATA is not only a job, but an opportunity to grow your career. We will equip, enable, and support you through the resources and expertise of our Supply Chain Consulting practice. You will have opportunities to expand your leadership, consulting, analytical, and client management capabilities while delivering increasingly valuable results for our clients.
• NTT DATA's Transportation consultants work closely with clients to identify opportunities for cost reduction, service improvement, network optimization, transportation procurement, and technology transformation. This role is critical in helping organizations make data-driven transportation decisions that improve efficiency, profitability, and customer service.
• Play a hands-on role in managing and delivering transportation consulting solutions to clients.
• Deliver successful projects according to project plans, NTT DATA methodology, and client expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout project execution.
• Interface with clients to acquire business data, information, and operational insights.
• Alert clients to upcoming resource and data requirements.
• Keep clients informed of project progress and key milestones.
• Develop effective executive-level presentation materials and client deliverables.
• Manage and coordinate project personnel and consulting resources.
• Identify and apply quantitative techniques to improve transportation performance and profitability.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve NTT DATA methodologies, tools, and capabilities.
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior consultants and analysts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and leadership.
• Travel 20%-40% based on project requirements and client needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Business, Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience leading and delivering transportation sourcing projects and/or transportation management system implementations.
• 3+ years of experience applying optimization and simulation techniques to solve transportation and supply chain challenges.
• 1+ years of experience leading or managing junior staff members.
• 3+ years of experience using data visualization platforms such as Tableau or Power BI
• 5+ years of experience utilizing Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and client presentations.
• 5+ years of experience applying quantitative methods and analytical tools to transportation decision-making.
• Willingness and ability to travel 20%-40% based on project requirements and client demand.
• Must Reside in the US
• Master's degree or MBA.
• Consulting experience.
• Experience with transportation procurement and sourcing optimization.
• Experience with transportation management systems and transportation analytics solutions.
• Experience supporting large-scale supply chain transformation initiatives.
• Procurement optimization tools (e.g., Blue Yonder, Jaggaer, Coupa, Keelvar).
• Transportation Management Systems (Oracle, Blue Yonder, BluJay, Korber (MercuryGate) , Manhattan Associates).
• Transportation modeling tools (e.g., Blue Yonder Transportation Modeler, Korner (MercuryGate) MultiModal Optimization).
• Fleet Management and Routing and scheduling tools (e.g., Descartes, Bringg, OnFleet, Samsara etc).
• The ideal Transportation Consulting Manager is a collaborative, analytical, and client-focused leader who combines strategic thinking with strong quantitative capabilities. This individual demonstrates business acumen, problem-solving expertise, and the ability to influence stakeholders while building trust and credibility with clients. They are committed to delivering measurable business outcomes and developing high-performing consulting teams.

Skills

Required

• Excel and PowerPoint
• Optimization and simulation techniques
• Leadership and mentoring
• Client management
• Communication
• Project management

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
• NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this remote role is $105,840 - $196,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
• This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.