Global Solution Design Lead

Kion Group AG

Basingstoke

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Kion Group AG in the United Kingdom is seeking a Project Portfolio Manager with responsibility for STILL and LMH initiatives. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulations.

The role involves supporting sales during bids, developing automated logistics concepts, and leading simulations and risk management across complex projects. Travel and international collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor, Master or Diploma degree in engineering, computer science, logistics or similar education.
IT Skill required including AutoCAD.
Good communication in English; additional languages preferred.
Willingness to travel and international mindset.
Experience with industrial or logistic projects preferred.
Structured and solution-oriented working method; full driving license.

Responsibilities

Accountable for the Portfolio of Projects in the UK I for STILL and LMH (use of internal reporting tools; eg. Sharepoint, KIRA, STRATOS, Automation Planner / Flowplan) • Management of the team.
Capacity management for direct reports; coaching and development.
Ensure 100% compliance of core HR processes.
Identify opportunities to expand/ extend business, and exceptionally serving the client.
Drive strong communications within and outside of the department, form strategy and direction.
Take responsibility for budget and forecast preparation; tight control.
Ensure compliance with local and international laws (GDPR).
Support Sales in the offer phase; validate budget cost of PMs, Planner, Simulations; review project scope.
Develop customer-specific logistic concepts for AGV/AMR and KION solutions.
Manage risk and opportunities; prepare escalation reports for Sales Directors & Leadership.
Analyze end-to-end processes for complex solution requirements.
Support Sales in simulations (3D) for LMH and STILL; liaison with HQ for large projects; ensure meeting support.
Coordinate and manage all bid-related parties; meet deadlines; gather information for high-quality bids.
Organise and attend bid kickoff meetings; handover to Project management & customer realization.
Support Project Managers post-sale; provide technical support for AGV/AMR projects.
Elaborate coordination with customers regarding technical and final offers; liaise with the factory on special requirements.
Communicate with Sales Directors for simulations.
Develop win themes and USPs; conduct local area research; market analysis; support proof of concept demonstrations.
Work with and understand relevant regulations; ensure all HSE requirements are met within the proposal.
Bachelor, Master or Diploma in engineering, computer science, logistics or similar; industry experience welcomed.