Solutions Design Manager

Responsibilities

• Design integrated warehouse and transport solutions including layouts, storage strategies, and picking methods
• Build detailed models for capacity, throughput, routing, and cost using Excel, Power BI, and CAD
• Analyze customer data such as volumes, SKUs, and delivery patterns
• Evaluate automation and technology solutions like AMRs and AS/RS to assess ROI
• Lead solution design workstreams across tenders, RFQs, and renewals
• Present proposals to senior stakeholders and customers
• Develop cost models, pricing inputs, and business cases
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains

Requirements

• Strong background in logistics, warehousing, transport operations, or supply chain design
• Advanced data and modelling capability in Excel and Power BI
• Experience with SQL or similar data tools
• Experience designing warehouse layouts using CAD
• Understanding of automation, fleet operations, and transport technologies
• Experience within 3PL, retail distribution, e-commerce, FMCG, or manufacturing

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential counselling
• Eye Care Vouchers and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward and Recognition programmes including Employee of the Month
• Access to over 50 retailer discounts via a benefits platform

About the Company

Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions.