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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solution Architect (Functional) ML-IP - **Company:** Kuehne + Nagel - **Location:** Hayes, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Integration, Warehouse Management Systems - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://external.kuehne-nagel.careers/details/$1 ## About the Role * Strong hands-on experience with WMS solutions (ideally Blue Yonder) within contract logistics or 3PL environments. * Expertise in analysing business processes and translating them into functional designs, process flows, and system configurations. * Solid understanding of warehouse operations, including inbound, outbound, and inventory processes. * Proven ability to lead workshops, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage stakeholder expectations. * Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset. What's in it for you * Opportunity to work on global, large-scale IT and WMS transformation initiatives * Exposure to cutting-edge technologies, automation, and system integrations * A collaborative, international environment with high-impact cross-functional projects * Strong career growth through technical leadership and architecture expertise * A role where you can influence innovation, scalability, and digital transformation across global logistics operations ## Description It's more than a job In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel's global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine. We are looking for a driven Solution Architect (Functional) to join our Global Contract Logistics IT team. In this role, you will design and shape end-to-end Warehouse Management System (WMS) solutions, translating business needs into scalable, high-quality system designs. Acting as a key connector between operations, business, and IT, you will ensure the successful delivery, adoption, and continuous improvement of WMS solutions across a global landscape. How you create impact * Design and deliver end-to-end WMS solutions by translating complex business and operational requirements into scalable system architectures. * Lead and facilitate workshops with stakeholders to align on requirements, validate solutions, and drive successful outcomes. * Ensure solution quality by supporting testing phases, validating outputs, and managing defects throughout the lifecycle. * Drive successful system implementations, including deployment readiness, go-live support, and post-implementation optimisation. * Identify opportunities for innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement across global WMS solutions. What we would like you to bring * Strong hands-on experience with WMS solutions (ideally Blue Yonder) within contract logistics or 3PL environments. * Expertise in analysing business processes and translating them into functional designs, process flows, and system configurations. * Solid understanding of warehouse operations, including inbound, outbound, and inventory processes. * Proven ability to lead workshops, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage stakeholder expectations. * Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset. 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