Manager, Solution Design

Toyota Automated Logistics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses paid

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Toyota Automated Logistics in Indianapolis is seeking a leader to develop and manage Solution Design teams. This role is focused on driving sales through technical and commercial solutions while maintaining quality and risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and strategic thinking are a must, with a requirement for 25% overnight travel. A Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant practical business experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to drive change.
• Excellent technical problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Solution Design practice and team development.
• Sponsor sales opportunities ensuring quality solutions.
• Oversee onboarding and technical training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Team motivation

Proactive conflict management

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related

Master's degree in relevant field preferred

Job description

Leads and develops Solution Design teams to drive sales wins, elevate technical capabilities, and increase engagement. Partners with the Director to execute strategic goals, ensures solution quality and risk mitigation, and maintains strong alignment with Sales, Delivery, and Corporate Development. Sponsors sales opportunities to deliver timely, high‑quality technical and commercial recommendations that maximize customer satisfaction and reduce risk.

Job Functions

• Lead and evolve the Solution Design practice
• Hire, coach, and develop Solution Designers; drive engagement and retention
• Sponsor sales opportunities to ensure on‑time, on‑budget, and high‑quality solutions
• Ensure strong collaboration with Sales Partners and Delivery teams
• Provide targeted support to projects at risk (schedule, budget, or quality)
• Oversee onboarding and ongoing technical training
• Maintain balanced staffing and high team utilization
• Perform required administrative and people‑management responsibilities

Travel Requirements

• 25% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering (or related degree) with 7+ years of relevant practical business experience. Master’s degree is preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Motivates and unleashes the true potential of Team Members
• Strategic thinking and strong Kaizen driveAbility to Challenge Status‑quo and drive change across the organization
• Excellent technical problem‑solving capability
• Strong capability to hold difficult conversations when needed with employees, Sales Partners, and customers
• Proactive in addressing conflicts. Always stays professional through conflicts
• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.