Manager, Solutions Engineering & Pricing

DP World Contract Logistics; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is seeking a Manager, Pricing & Solutions Engineering to lead the design and implementation of innovative logistics solutions based in Melbourne. The role applies engineering principles, automation, and technology to warehouse and logistical processes, delivering commercially viable proposals and driving continuous improvement.

Combining engineering expertise with logistics knowledge, you will create efficient transportation, distribution, and warehousing systems, streamlining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Engineering / Automation & Mechatronics Engineering or similar.
• 8+ years’ professional experience in logistics, warehousing or 3PL industries.
• 8+ years’ experience with Contract Logistics Solution Design or Industrial Engineering or Process Improvement.
• Experience working with regional leadership functions.
• Experience in designing and implementing solutions for modern warehouse and distribution with automation, robotics, and warehousing innovations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Solution Engineering for the region with strong functional leadership.
• Establish Solution Engineering guidelines for warehousing and contract logistics activities in APAC.
• Develop standard toolbox and training for solution engineers in the cluster/country.
• Support RFQs to ensure the delivery of the best solution meeting objectives.
• Drive requirement gathering sessions with stakeholders.
• Work with external consultants to deliver solution design projects and/or customer RFQ when required.
• Present and demonstrate the impact of designed processes to warehouse design and technologies.
• Adopt new automation/technologies to proposals and define specs with suppliers.

Skills

Operations research

Data analytics

Supply chain management

Logistics

Leadership & stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Engineering / Automation & Mechatronics Engineering or similar

Job description

Manager, Solutions Engineering & Pricing

DP World is seeking a Manager, Pricing & Solutions Engineering to lead the design and implementation of innovative logistics solutions based in Melbourne. In this role, you will apply engineering principles, automation, and technology to warehouse and logistical processes, delivering commercially viable business proposals and driving continuous improvement.

You will combine engineering expertise with logistics knowledge to create efficient, cost-effective transportation, distribution, and warehousing systems. Your work will focus on streamlining processes, reducing costs, enhancing customer service, and improving overall supply chain performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in engineering, operations research, data analytics, supply chain management, and logistics, with a proven ability to translate complex operational challenges into practical, efficient solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of logistics operations across Oceania while driving innovation and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities

Key regional focal point to provide strong functional leadership for Solution Engineering.

Establish Solution Engineering guidelines for various warehousing and contract logistics activities in APAC.

Develop of standard toolbox and training for solution engineers in the cluster/country.

Support key RFQs to ensure the delivery of the best solution that meets customer and internal objectives.

Drive requirement gathering sessions with stakeholders.

Work with external consultants to deliver solution design projects and/or customer RFQ when required.

Present and demonstrate the impact of designed processes to warehouse design, technologies required, service to customers and internal/external stakeholders.

Continuous research and/or adopt the new emerging automation/technologies to incorporate in new business proposals. Propose changes in existing warehouse or activities where suitable.

Automation/Innovation key partnerships: Define specifications and act as a counterpart to our global and regional supplier partners for automation and technology utilization in warehouses.

Develop and conduct training programs and provide coaching in areas of Solution Design, Engineering and Innovation/Automation to Clusters. Establish training materials and conduct training sessions to ensure the right level of capabilities and competencies for Solution Engineering resources across APAC.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Bachelors’ degree, in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Engineering / Automation & Mechatronics Engineering or similar.

Minimum 8 years’ professional experience in logistics, warehousing or 3PL industries, preferably in a multinational logistics environment.

Minimum of 8 years’ experience with a wide variety of Contract Logistics Solution Design or Industrial Engineering or Process Improvement.

Experience in working with regional leadership functions.

Experience in designing and implementing solutions for modern warehouse and distribution, incorporating automation, robotics, and warehousing innovations.

Experience in engaging and successfully communicating ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders with a proactive and positive attitude.

Strong personal effectiveness as a team player, change agent and demonstrated perseverance to drive and achieve desired outcomes.

Ability to effectively communicate at Senior Executive level, both internally and externally

Experience in Electronics, Consumer Products, Omnichannel and related verticals is a plus.

About DP World

DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

In Asia Pacific, DP World employs over 15,000 people across 22 geographies. We operate 17 ports and terminals, complemented by a comprehensive suite of end-to-end supply chain solutions - to connect the region to the rest of the world.