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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solutions Design Manager - **Company:** Maersk View All Jobs - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Customer Data Management, Productivity Software, Power BI, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Warehouse Management Systems, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gbb0c195e4f2a9d6c6770452b5618b8dd1/eaa ## About the Role * Strong Contract Logistics (3PL) experience, ideally within a solution design, operations, engineering or continuous improvement environment. * Experience within international supply chains, with a solid understanding of the key drivers that create value for customers. * Strong warehouse and distribution operational knowledge, including automation technologies, warehouse modelling and operational design principles. * Knowledge of logistics processes, solution design methodologies and business case development. * Understanding of trade, regulatory, statutory, security and compliance requirements relevant to logistics operations. * Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and supporting technologies. Technical & Analytical Skills * Advanced analytical capability with experience handling and interpreting large-scale operational and customer datasets. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with Power BI experience highly desirable. * Proven ability to convert complex data into meaningful insights, capacity models, resource plans, productivity calculations and commercial recommendations. * Experience in cost modelling, forecasting, demand analysis and investment appraisals. * Ability to break down complex operational processes, identify improvement opportunities and design practical, scalable solutions., * Customer-focused with a consultative and data-driven approach. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. * Comfortable operating within a matrix, multicultural organisation and building relationships across functions and geographies. * Self-motivated, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Strong project ownership, organisational skills and attention to detail. ## Description * Design end-to-end contract logistics solutions, including warehouse layouts, operational processes, resource requirements, equipment selection, IT requirements and cost models. * Develop innovative logistics concepts and value propositions using best-practice operational, organisational and automation solutions. * Analyse and interpret large volumes of operational and customer data to support solution development and informed decision-making. * Conduct capacity planning, resource modelling, productivity analysis and financial modelling to identify risks, opportunities and future growth requirements. * Develop robust business cases and demand forecasts, ensuring proposed solutions are operationally viable, commercially competitive and scalable. * Design and optimise process flows and operational methodologies to improve efficiency, productivity and service performance. * Create facility layouts using tools such as AutoCAD or SketchUp to support solution proposals. * Engage proactively in the sales process, providing technical expertise and ensuring operational integrity throughout the solution development lifecycle. * Lead and manage solution design deliverables, ensuring risks, dependencies, issues and critical-path activities are effectively controlled. * Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders, influencing decision-making and securing alignment throughout the proposal process. * Maintain strong market and product knowledge, sharing insights and best practices across the wider business. ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies)