Solution Design Manager

American President Lines; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Solutions Design Manager in the UK to lead the design of innovative transport and supply chain solutions for major customer opportunities. You will collaborate with Business Development, Operations, IT, Procurement and customer stakeholders to drive operational excellence and value.

The role involves managing multiple complex design projects, developing commercial models and costings, and presenting proposals with confidence to customers.

Qualifications

• Experience in Solutions Design, Transport Planning or Logistics.
• Advanced Excel for data analysis and costing.
• Proven ability to present complex solutions to stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with Paragon routing and transport management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design of transport and supply chain solutions.
• Manage multiple solution-design projects across sales lifecycle.
• Develop commercial models, rate cards, and costings.
• Present proposals to customers with professionalism.
• Produce documentation and process flows for implementation.
• Identify technology and process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Project management

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Paragon routing

Job description

Ashby-de-la-Zouch_GBR

CEVALogistics

Ground and Rail Logistics

Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’s a journey on which you rise.

YOUR ROLE

We're looking for a Solutions Design Manager to join our growing team, playing a key role in designing innovative transport and supply chain solutions for some of our largest and most complex customer opportunities.

Working closely with Business Development, Operations, IT, Procurement and customer stakeholders, you'll lead the development of tailored logistics solutions that drive operational excellence, improve efficiency and deliver outstanding customer value. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects, supporting major bids and strategic business growth.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Lead the design of innovative end-to-end transport and supply chain solutions for new and existing customers.
• Manage multiple complex solution design projects simultaneously, each at varying stages of the sales lifecycle.
• Develop commercial models, rate cards and operational costings to support customer proposals.
• Present solution proposals confidently to customers, demonstrating professionalism and technical expertise.
• Analyse customer data to identify opportunities for operational improvement, optimisation and cost efficiencies.
• Produce detailed solution documentation, process flows and supporting materials to ensure seamless implementation.
• Continuously identify innovative technologies and process improvements that enhance customer solutions.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We're looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with excellent commercial awareness and the confidence to engage with customers at all levels.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience within Solutions Design, Transport Planning, Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse large datasets, build commercial models and produce accurate costings.
• Demonstrable experience and advanced knowledge of Paragon routing and transport management systems.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience presenting complex solutions to both internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst delivering to tight deadlines

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status. Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.

Information at a Glance

Rise in motion with CMA CGM Group: where ambition meets opportunity.

Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging newpaths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world.

The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and thechance to make a meaningful impact. Thisis more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise.