Job summary

GCC Solution Architect role is pivotal in shaping and winning large strategic deals focused on setting up and running Global Capability Centres GCCs for Fortune 500 and Global 2000 clients. This Architect will work closely with sales delivery and domain experts to craft compelling scalable and future ready solutions that align with our clients transformation agendas.

Span scope - Direct reports 4 and Indirect reports 100

Responsibilities

• Financial scope: Greater than 4 Large Deals with cumulative TCV 250M and 10 Standard deals with cumulative TCV 100M assessed over the year in FY25 projection with 100 percent quality solution assessed each quarter

Lead the solution design for large complex GCC deals across industries and geographies.

Collaborate with sales and pursuit teams to understand client GCC requirements pain points and strategic goals.

Architect end to end solutions including location strategy operating model talent strategy governance technology enablement and transition planning.

Develop solution blueprints Commercial models and transformation roadmaps.

Building TCO models business cases and pricing strategies aligning solution design with client budgets and long term value realization through GCC

Work with cross functional teams and Service Lines within Cognizant and Its Partners to develop winning solutions aligned to customer priorities

Solution Management Planning Conflict Management and co-ordinate solution reviews

Engage with CXOs and senior stakeholders to present and defend solutions.

Support RFP RFI responses orals and client workshops.

Stay abreast of GCC trends delivery models and emerging technologies to bring innovation into solutions.

Key Competencies Primary

Proven experience in designing and setting up GCCs or Shared Services for global clients.

Strong understanding of global delivery models talent markets and location strategy.

Experience in large deal pursuits 50M TCV including solutioning pricing and client presentations.

Ability to qualify deals and opportunities. Ability to define pricing strategy and differentiated commercial constructs for GCCs

Excellent communication stakeholder management and executive presence.

Key Competencies Secondary

Experience with digital transformation automation and AI led operations.

Exposure to multiple industry verticals eg BFSI Healthcare Manufacturing Retail

Exposure to different Geographies EMEA APAC etc

Certifications Required

AWS Google Microsoft AIML TOGAF

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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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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Disclaimer: 
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