Solutions Design Manager

CEVA Logistics; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Solutions Design Manager to join our growing team, designing innovative transport and supply chain solutions for major customer opportunities.

You will work closely with Business Development, Operations, IT and procurement to lead end-to-end design, develop commercial models and present proposals, while analysing data to drive efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Experience within Solutions Design, Transport Planning, Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse large datasets and produce costings.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Experience presenting complex solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of end-to-end transport and supply chain solutions for new and existing customers.
• Manage multiple complex solution design projects across the sales lifecycle.
• Develop commercial models, rate cards and operational costings for proposals.
• Present solution proposals confidently to customers with professionalism and technical expertise.
• Analyse customer data to identify opportunities for improvement and cost efficiencies.
• Produce detailed solution documentation and processes to ensure seamless implementation.
• Identify innovative technologies and process improvements for customer solutions.

Skills

Solutions Design

Transport Planning

Supply Chain

Logistics

Tools

Excel

Job description

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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.
• 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.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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 so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

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