Solutions Design Manager - Hybrid Automation for Warehouses

DHL; Rugby; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private medical

26 days leave

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Pension 8% / 4%

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the United Kingdom is seeking a Solutions Design Manager to design end-to-end warehouse solutions, balancing manual and automated options with strong Excel and Power BI analysis for data-driven decisions. Layout development uses AutoCAD or Sketch-Up, with robust cost modelling and technology integration.

You will lead projects, manage timelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support DHL's growth, drive efficiency, and meet

Qualifications

• Knowledge of divisional supply chain products and capabilities.
• Expert user of MS Excel and Power BI with data modelling and interpretation.
• Experience designing warehouse layouts using AutoCAD and Sketch-Up.
• Understanding end-to-end supply chain operations processes.
• Previous experience in a similar role (Solutions Design Manager / Warehouse Designer).
• Ability to break processes into elements to drive efficiency and service.
• Proven stakeholder management and project ownership skills.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end operational solutions, both manual and automated, with data analysis.
• Lead the development of layout designs and cost modelling.
• Incorporate latest technology and automation into integrated solutions.
• Manage workload, timelines and stakeholder engagement to gain buy-in.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Warehouse design

Stakeholder management

Project ownership

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in the United Kingdom is seeking a Solutions Design Manager to design end-to-end warehouse solutions, balancing manual and automated options with strong Excel and Power BI analysis for data-driven decisions. Layout development uses AutoCAD or Sketch-Up, with robust cost modelling and technology integration.

You will lead projects, manage timelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support DHL's growth, drive efficiency, and meet