Warehouse Solutions Design Manager (UK)

  • Gleeson Recruitment Group
  • Mar 28, 2026
Full time Logistics

Job Description

Gleeson is proud to be exclusively partnered with a fast-growing, forward thinking logistics organisation that is expanding its operations and heavily investing in future automation.

They are looking for a Solutions Design Manager to take a key role in optimising and transforming warehouse operations. If you're an innovative professional with a passion for driving efficiency, enabling business growth, and delivering cutting-edge logistics solutions, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while progressing your career.

Job Title: Solutions Design ManagerLocation: West Midlands (Hybrid) - no travel required

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of strategic warehouse solutions by interpreting client requirements, conducting site assessments, and working collaboratively across multiple departments.
  • Oversee end-to-end project delivery from initial consultation to final implementation ensuring timelines, scope, and customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.
  • Manage and mentor a high-performing team of solution designers, engineers, and project managers, fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and excellence.
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, gaining a deep understanding of their business challenges and translating these into forward-thinking, practical warehouse designs that improve operational performance.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance and evolve warehouse solutions.
  • Carry out cost-benefit analyses to assess solution viability, identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, and support overall business profitability.
  • Identify potential risks within solution design projects and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure smooth delivery and strong client satisfaction.
  • Partner closely with sales, operations, and engineering teams to ensure all warehouse solutions align with wider business objectives and contribute to a cohesive customer strategy.
Key Experience Required
  • Background in solutions logistics, supply chain, or warehouse improvement.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, both internal and external.
  • Experience in warehouse solution design, including brownfield sites and layout creation.
  • Understanding of tenders and bid processes.
  • Industry experience within transport and warehousing.

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