About the Role
<h2><strong>Solutions Design Manager – Logistics</strong></h2>
<p>Midlands (Remote with occasional travel)<br /> £65,000 + Private Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday</p>
<p>We’re working with a leading logistics provider to recruit a <strong>Solutions Design Manager</strong> who will play a key role in shaping innovative, customer-focused supply chain solutions across transport, warehousing, and value-added services.</p>
<p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded logistics professional who thrives on designing tailored solutions and working closely with customers and internal stakeholders.</p>
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<h3><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong></h3>
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<li>Competitive salary of <strong>£65,000</strong></li>
<li><strong>Private healthcare</strong></li>
<li><strong>25 days holiday + bank holidays</strong></li>
<li>Flexible, home-based working with occasional travel</li>
<li>Opportunity to work on high-impact, strategic logistics projects</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3>
<p>As a Solutions Design Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering best-in-class logistics solutions that balance <strong>cost, service, and operational feasibility</strong>, while supporting business growth and long-term customer partnerships.</p>
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<h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Solutions & Design</strong></p>
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<li>Develop innovative logistics solutions across transport, warehousing, and value-added services</li>
<li>Ensure solutions meet customer needs while balancing cost and operational efficiency</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective, scalable solutions</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Customer & Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p>
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<li>Lead solution design discussions with customers to understand requirements</li>
<li>Present proposals and support projects through to successful implementation</li>
<li>Manage internal resources to ensure smooth delivery</li>
<li>Build and maintain strong partnerships across stakeholders</li>
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<p><strong>Supporting New Business & Key Accounts</strong></p>
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<li>Assess new business opportunities and identify customer requirements</li>
<li>Support Key Account Managers in executing growth strategies</li>
<li>Contribute to increasing customer value and share of wallet</li>
</ul>
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<h3><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></h3>
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<li>Strong commercial experience within logistics, supply chain, or operations</li>
<li>Experience in <strong>3PL / 4PL environments</strong></li>
<li>Proven track record in <strong>tenders, RFPs, and RFI processes</strong></li>
<li>Good understanding of logistics technology systems</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with experience using data, KPIs, and reporting tools</li>
<li>Ability to manage complex customer accounts and build lasting relationships</li>
</ul>
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<h3><strong>Key Competencies</strong></h3>
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<li>Customer-focused with strong commercial awareness</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills – able to simplify complex concepts</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability</li>
<li>Process improvement mindset</li>
<li>Collaborative team player</li>
<li>Ability to work at pace and prioritise effectively</li>
</ul>
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<h3><strong>KPIs for Success</strong></h3>
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<li>Customer satisfaction and retention</li>
<li>Revenue growth and account profitability</li>
<li>Delivery of high-value, innovative solutions</li>
<li>Adoption of digital and technology-driven solutions</li>
<li>Development of long-term customer and partner relationships</li>
</ul>
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<p>WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.</p>
<p>WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p>
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