Senior Director, Solutions

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Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

GXO Logistics seeks a senior leader to head the Solutions Design function, driving strategy, scalable logistics solutions, and customer value.

You will collaborate across operations, IT, and finance to deploy automation, data platforms, and ROI-driven proposals, shaping multi-vertical solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
15+ years in logistics engineering, automation design, or related fields in 3PL/contract logistics, OEM, or systems integrator environments.
Deep knowledge of warehouse automation technologies including AMRs, conveyors, sortation, AS/RS, robotic picking and packaging automation.
Experience leading Solutions Design teams through complex, multi-vertical RFP processes.
Experience integrating operational designs with WMS, WES, LMS, and data platforms.
Proven ability to develop ROI models and financially viable solutions.
Strong understanding of warehouse and order fulfillment design, SKU slotting, inventory velocity, and picking methodologies.
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis, financial modeling, and ROI modeling skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities with executive presence.
Experience developing standardized solution sets, automation strategies, CAD tools, and deployment strategies.
Experience supporting multiple industry verticals and driving new customer acquisition.

Responsibilities

Lead the overall strategy and direction of the Solutions Design function.
Establish innovative, scalable, and financially sound logistics solutions supporting customer growth and GXO's objectives.
Translate customer requirements into optimized facility designs, operational models, technology integrations, automation strategies, and value propositions.
Partner with Business Development and Sales leadership on solutions, RFP responses, ROI models, and strategic recommendations.
Use automation, data analytics, SKU slotting, inventory strategies, labor standards, and operational modeling to optimize throughput, flexibility, scalability, cost, and ROI.
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary Solutions Design team; collaborate with cross-functional leaders.
Establish standardized solution approaches, technology strategies, ROM/FIRM models, CAD blocks, labor standards, and other tools.
Drive continuous improvement by analyzing solution performance, monitoring KPIs, and improving design accuracy and cost outcomes.

Skills

Exceptional Communication

Negotiation

Influencing Skills

Executive Presentation

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology, Mechatronics, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Data Platforms

WES

LMS

WMS Integration

TMS Integration

CAD Tools

ROI Modeling

Financial Modeling

Job description

Lead the overall strategy and direction of the Solutions Design function
Establish innovative, scalable, and financially sound logistics solutions supporting customer growth and GXO's business objectives
Translate customer requirements into optimized facility designs, operational models, technology integrations, automation strategies, and value propositions
Partner with Business Development and Sales leadership on solutions, RFP responses, ROI models, and strategic recommendations
Use automation, data analytics, SKU slotting, inventory strategies, labor standards, and operational modeling to optimize throughput, flexibility, scalability, cost, and ROI
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary Solutions Design team
Partner with Operations, IT, Automation Engineering, Finance, Pricing, Real Estate, and other functional leaders
Establish standardized solution approaches, technology strategies, ROM/FIRM models, CAD blocks, labor standards, and other tools
Drive continuous improvement by analyzing solution performance, monitoring KPIs, and improving design accuracy, cost performance, and customer outcomes

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology, Mechatronics, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience
15+ years of experience in logistics engineering, automation design, solutions development, or related fields within 3PL/contract logistics, OEM, or systems integrator environments
Deep knowledge of warehouse automation technologies, including AMRs, conveyors, sortation, AS/RS, robotic picking, packaging automation, and pick-to-light systems
Proven experience leading Solutions Design teams through complex, multi-vertical RFP and customer solutioning processes
Experience integrating operational designs with WMS, WES, LMS, TMS, and data platforms
Proven experience developing customer-focused value propositions, ROI models, financial analyses, and commercially viable solutions
Strong understanding of warehouse and order fulfillment design, including storage, SKU slotting, inventory velocity, and picking methodologies
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis, financial modeling, and ROI modeling skills
Exceptional communication, customer relationship, executive presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills
Experience developing standardized solution sets, automation strategies, labor standards, CAD tools, and technology deployment strategies
Experience supporting multiple industry verticals
Experience driving new customer acquisition, solution win rates, margin performance, and continuous improvement

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in logistics engineering and solutions design, with a strong focus on warehouse automation technologies, operational modeling, and customer-centric value propositions. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive continuous improvement through data analytics and performance monitoring.

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