Warehouse Solutions Designer

1 month ago

Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Metro Supply Chain Full time
About the Role

Metro Supply Chain is a leading provider of strategic supply chain solutions, and we are seeking a highly skilled Solution Design Manager to join our team in the UK. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for developing innovative warehouse design solutions to drive new business and improve our existing operations.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in warehouse solutions design and operations, with a minimum of five years' experience in a similar role. You will be responsible for leading the development of facility planning, cost modelling, complex handling/fulfilment solutions, and managing external suppliers from concept to operational delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and engineer new business proposals and coordinate resources to provide timely solutions that are innovative and cost-effective.
  • Work with other sectors and teams to lead design work and play an active role in customer-facing engagements.
  • Analyse data files and provide insights in the form of graphs and tables.
  • Communicate with customers and quickly comprehend multi-variable problems.
  • Ability to write reports and articulate complex conceptual ideas.
  • Develop presentations to support solutions and sell ideas to clients.
  • Analyse existing warehousing, distribution, and assembly methodologies and recommend modifications necessary to improve and streamline these processes.
  • Analyse capacity planning, facility flow patterns, and operational data to determine efficient utilisation of labour and equipment.
  • Provide project management during the implementation of projects and initiatives.
  • Keep abreast of industry developments and trends by attending training courses, seminars, exhibitions, and trade shows as needed.
Requirements
  • Evidence of designing large-scale business-winning contract logistics solutions for 3PL customers in the UK.
  • Requires a minimum of five years' experience in a warehouse solutions design or operations environment.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to gain buy-in across a matrix organisation.
  • Solid understanding of Supply Chain Management concepts through work experience and technical solutions knowledge in warehouse solution design.
  • Ability to manage, scope, and analyse all aspects of a large supply chain project across a range of industry sectors, including FMCG, automotive, ecommerce, fashion, and industrials.
  • Creative and innovative, demonstrating a detailed knowledge of technology and automated solutions, including where these can be best applied and where they will demonstrate ROI.
  • Excellent data analysis and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a professional team environment to collaborate and listen to new ideas.
  • Logical reasoning of complex problems and understanding of detailed assumptions.
  • An understanding of the commercial structure of logistics contracts, including open and closed book agreements, and building of pricing and operational cost models.
  • Demonstrate a consultative approach for our customers, with our expertise and understanding of their business clearly displayed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of industrial engineering practices applicable to warehousing, distribution, and light assembly. Requires strong IT skills, including Microsoft applications, AutoCAD, Visio, and simulation.
  • Consistently demonstrates a high level of performance through the creation of creative warehousing and logistics solutions, backed by a track record of contributing to winning bids.
  • A demonstrable track record of identifying areas where we can provide competitive advantage for our customers and an edge in winning business.
Why Join Us
  • Work in an environment where safety is our first priority.
  • The opportunity to build a career with a growing company.
  • Company-sponsored social events.
  • Community volunteering.
  • Death in Service.
  • Medical Cover.
  • BUPA Cashplan.

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