Strategic Solutions Leader

2 weeks ago


Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ocado Logistics Full time

About Us

Ocado Logistics, a pioneering leader in warehouse automation, is seeking a highly experienced Strategic Solutions Leader to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will bring unparalleled expertise in warehouse automation, including a deep understanding of ecommerce and store replenishment supply chains, as well as experience in analysing competitors and articulating market positioning.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Maintain and share your deep understanding of ecommerce and store replenishment supply chains, including the current processes and automated systems being used in Pharma, Apparel, CPG, General Merchandise, etc.
  2. Analyse OIA's competitors, identify the relative strengths / weaknesses of our different propositions, and articulate our market positioning with technical and commercial detail.
  3. Formulate and communicate to Technology Development teams 'what success looks like' for non-grocery propositions and subproducts.
  4. Analyse and communicate the value of OIA product development work, and support and input to the relevant business cases.
  5. Support the development of compelling automated warehouse solutions for key prospects and market segments and sales channels.
  6. Support the prioritisation of OIA development work, and review/support the development of the non-grocery roadmap, short and long term.
  7. Analyse and report on trends/data which will affect our markets and the relevance of our propositions over time.
  8. Support Commercial team in establishing commercial models for new products.
  9. Lead on key ad-hoc strategic projects as sponsored by OIA senior leadership.

About You

  1. Multiple years of experience in warehouse automation likely in commercial roles at automation vendors or systems integrators.
  2. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) at all levels of an organisation; ability to see the big picture and use data to tell a clear story.
  3. Creative problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity and a critical mindset.
  4. Excellent ability to make decisions based on complex data and your own research and modelling.
  5. Strong sense of ownership and proactive can-do attitude.
  6. High empathy and EQ; natural ability to build trusting relationships with others.
  7. Experienced in handling multiple competing priorities/projects in a fast-paced environment.
  8. Proven ability to plan, manage, track and deliver on commitments with high autonomy.

We Offer

Ocado Logistics is committed to providing a dynamic and supportive work environment, with a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development.

  • 30 days 'working from anywhere in the world' policy.
  • Wellbeing support through dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after 5 years service (plus optional holiday purchase).
  • Pension scheme (various options available including employer contribution matching up to 7%).
  • Generous Private Medical Insurance (within the first month of joining).
  • Income Protection (can be up to 50% of salary for 3 years) and Life Assurance (3 x annual salary).
  • 22 weeks paid maternity/primary parent leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (once relevant service requirements complete).
  • Train Ticket loan (interest-free).
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Free shuttle bus to and from Hatfield Train Station to the Hatfield offices.
  • Free shuttle bus to and from Welwyn Garden City Train Station to the Welwyn Garden City offices.
  • Opportunity to participate in Sharesave and Buy as You Earn share schemes.
  • 15% discount on Ocado.com and free delivery for all employees (within the first month of joining)


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