Solutions Design Manager

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk in the Philippines seeks a Solutions Design Manager to analyze the end-to-end supply chain value chain and design cost-effective, innovative logistics solutions for new and existing customers.

The role involves data gathering, process and facility design, labor and resource planning, and solution costing, while ensuring alignment with commercial guidelines and operational capabilities. Collaboration across Operations, IT, Procurement, and EHS is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in the supply chain or contract logistics, preferably within 3PL solution design.
• Strong experience in warehousing, distribution, and transport solution design and operations.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Knowledge of modeling techniques, costing methodologies, and logistics systems (WMS/TMS).
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance cost, service, and operational feasibility.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for internal and external collaboration.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to integrated end-to-end solutions.
• Continuous improvement mindset with familiarity in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and strong business ethics.

Responsibilities

• Support BD and AM teams in developing commercially competitive and innovative solutions for new business, renewals, and expansions.
• Gather and analyze customer data to design end-to-end logistics solutions, including warehouse, transport, and value-added services.
• Develop detailed solution designs covering facility layout, process flows, storage systems, and resource planning (manpower and equipment).
• Perform data analysis and modeling to translate customer requirements into operationally viable solutions, including network design, routing, and scheduling.
• Apply appropriate costing models and ensure alignment with commercial guidelines when developing proposals.
• Review proposals, identify risks, and ensure both operational and commercial feasibility prior to submission.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, IT, Procurement, EHS, OPEX) to ensure solutions are practical, optimized, and aligned with business requirements.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in solution design.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide guidance on modeling and design techniques to improve solution quality and efficiency.
• Support project implementation by ensuring proper handover to transition teams and providing guidance during implementation phases.
• Maintain and enhance solution design standards, tools, and playbooks to ensure consistency and effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Business ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

WMS/TMS

Job description

At Maersk, we have big plans for logistics and services. Our ambition is nothing less than to become the global leader in integrated logistics, offering a truly end-to-end service that makes trade simpler and easier than ever.

We are entrepreneurs at heart, we embrace every change as an opportunity. The diverse perspectives and contributions of our people are a unique advantage as we cross each new frontier.

Every day we challenge ourselves to do better, and we encourage each other to do the same.

We offer

By Joining Maersk, you will become part of the global family of the company that moves 20% of global trade every day all the way, where one of our core values is Our Employees. It goes without saying that we value diversity: we thrive on the diversity of our talent in all its forms, and we see it as a strength in building high-performance teams across brands, cultures, and locations.

Job Summary

The Solutions Design Manager is responsible for analyzing the end-to-end supply chain value chain and designing cost-effective, innovative, and operationally feasible logistics solutions for both new and existing customers. The role involves data gathering, process and facility design, labor and resource planning, and solution costing, while ensuring alignment with commercial guidelines and operational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Business Development (BD) and Account Management (AM) teams in developing commercially competitive and innovative solutions for new business, renewals, and expansions.
• Gather and analyze customer data to design end-to-end logistics solutions, including warehouse, transport, and value-added services.
• Develop detailed solution designs covering facility layout, process flows, storage systems, and resource planning (manpower and equipment).
• Perform data analysis and modeling to translate customer requirements into operationally viable solutions, including network design, routing, and scheduling.
• Apply appropriate costing models and ensure alignment with commercial guidelines when developing proposals.
• Review proposals, identify risks, and ensure both operational and commercial feasibility prior to submission.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, IT, Procurement, EHS, OPEX) to ensure solutions are practical, optimized, and aligned with business requirements.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in solution design.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide guidance on modeling and design techniques to improve solution quality and efficiency.
• Support project implementation by ensuring proper handover to transition teams and providing guidance during implementation phases.
• Maintain and enhance solution design standards, tools, and playbooks to ensure consistency and effectiveness.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in the supply chain or contract logistics industry, preferably within 3PL solution design.
• Strong experience in warehousing, distribution, and transport solution design and operations.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop practical solutions.
• Knowledge of modeling techniques, costing methodologies, and logistics systems (WMS/TMS).
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance cost, service, and operational feasibility.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for internal and external collaboration.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to integrated end-to-end solutions.
• Continuous improvement mindset with familiarity in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and strong business ethics.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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