Head of Solutions Design

The Construction Index Ltd; Remote; GBP 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth logistics solutions provider is seeking a Head of Solutions / Solutions Director to influence strategy and drive improvements across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in project delivery, data-driven decision making, and stakeholder management. This role involves managing large-scale transformations and designing innovative warehouse solutions. A competitive salary of £135,000+ is offered for this remote position in the West Midlands, UK.

Qualifications

• Experience leading supply chain transformation programmes.
• Expertise in delivering complex warehouse and automation solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management with proven leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on supply chain operations.
• Lead assessments to identify inefficiencies and risks.
• Oversee project delivery, including implementation and realisation.
• Manage P&L accountability for solution design.

Skills

Supply chain optimisation

Project delivery

Data-driven assessment

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Warehouse automation

Job description

Overview

Gleeson is proud to partner with a high-growth, forward-thinking solutions provider that is reshaping the supply chain and logistics landscape across the UK and EU. Supported by substantial investment, the organisation is scaling innovation at pace and setting new standards for operational excellence and value creation. This role offers the opportunity to influence end-to-end solution strategy, build and lead high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement across cutting-edge logistics operations. For a leader passionate about innovation, commercial impact, and shaping the future of supply chain solutions, this is a rare opportunity to lead change at scale.

Job Title: Head of Solutions / Solutions Director

Work type: Remote (Client Need)

Salary: £135,000 +

Key Details

• Salary: £135000.00 - £150000.00 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - West Midlands
• Town/City: Birmingham, West Midlands
• Posted: 26/01/2026
• Listed in: Project Planning & Logistics
• Reference: 50481_1769437747

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert, strategic guidance to clients on optimising end-to-end supply chain, warehouse, and transport operations, acting as a trusted senior advisor to executive stakeholders.
• Lead in-depth assessments of supply chain networks, warehouse operations, and transport models to identify inefficiencies, risks, and value‑creation opportunities.
• Own the design and delivery of complex warehouse and distribution solutions, including automation, mechanisation, and systems-led transformation programmes.
• Conduct detailed site assessments to determine optimal layouts, technologies, material flows, and operating models aligned to future growth and scalability.
• Develop and implement bespoke, data-driven solutions that align customer requirements with commercial, operational, and strategic business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end project delivery, from initial consultation and concept design through to implementation, go‑live, and benefits realisation.
• Define and manage project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Coordinate cross‑functional internal teams and external vendors and integrators to ensure seamless solution delivery.
• Analyse supply chain data, network models, and performance metrics to identify optimisation opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Utilise advanced data analytics, simulation tools, and financial modelling to underpin solution design, investment cases, and sensitivity testing.
• Lead the implementation of supply chain technologies, including WMS, TMS, automation, and digital platforms.
• Leverage emerging technologies and digital innovation to enhance solution effectiveness, scalability, and future readiness.
• Collaborate closely with technology and automation partners on system integrations, upgrades, and next-generation solutions.
• Lead tender responses and commercial solution development, ensuring proposals are competitive, innovative, and financially robust.
• Design and optimise transport operations and fleet strategies, balancing service, cost, and sustainability objectives.
• Own P&L accountability for solution design activity, ensuring strong commercial governance and project performance.
• Educate clients and internal teams on emerging supply chain trends, automation, and digital transformation.
• Drive knowledge-sharing and capability-building initiatives to strengthen internal technical expertise and solution maturity.
• Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-year supply chain transformation programmes, including network modelling, automation design, and procurement.
• Demonstrated capability delivering European or multi-country solutions, including facility redesigns, consolidation studies, and end-of-life assessments.
• Track record of authoring and leading high-value proposals and converting complex opportunities into delivery.
• Experience rapidly progressing into senior leadership roles through exceptional stakeholder management, delivery excellence, and commercial impact.

Candidate Profile

• Senior supply chain transformation leader advising executives on network, warehouse, and transport optimisation.
• Designs and delivers complex warehouse, automation, and systems‑led solutions end‑to‑end.
• Expert in data‑driven assessment, network modelling, analytics, and financial business cases.
• Proven programme leader managing multi‑year, multi‑country transformations with full commercial accountability.
• Strong commercial and stakeholder leader with a track record of winning and delivering high‑value solutions.

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