Transport & Warehouse Solution Design Manager

Birmingham
1 month ago
Create job alert

Gleeson is engaged by a rapidly growing, innovation‑driven solutions provider transforming UK logistics. Supported by substantial investment, the organisation delivers fully implemented supply chain solutions beyond design alone.

We are appointing a Solutions Design Lead who thrives in change and will assume end‑to‑end ownership from initial data modelling to go‑live execution.

The Role:

Salary: £65,000+ Great Bonus, Car (85k+ OTE)
Work Type: Remote, Midlands - North
Focus: End-to-End Solutions, CI Rollouts, and Large-Scale Implementation across warehouse 80% / 20% Transport Key Responsibilities:

Lead complex solutions across cross-functional teams and external partners, ensuring designs perform in real-world operations.
Deploy CI frameworks across warehouse and transport networks to drive measurable improvement.
Apply Lean & Six Sigma to turn under performing sites into benchmark operations.
Own the end‑to‑end journey: network modelling, site assessments, and the physical integration of Robotics, Automation, and WMS/TMS platforms.
Act as a senior strategic advisor to executive stakeholders.
Use data analytics and financial modelling to build rigorous business cases for multi‑million‑pound CAPEX investments.
Spearhead tenders and manage P&L, ensuring solutions are innovative, commercially sound, and scalable.

Ideal Candidate :

Deep knowledge of warehouse design, automation, and transport integration, with the ability to manage their interdependence's across a global supply chain.
Proven delivery of complex technical integration's and go lives for WMS and automated platforms across the UK and Europe.
A proactive approach to operational health prioritising sustainable systems over short-term fixes.
Strong stakeholder skills; confident guiding specialist teams through large-scale transformation.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Data Manager (12 month FTC)

Insight Automation & Analytics Engineer

Business Intelligence Developer

Business Intelligence Developer

Driver

Modelling Advancement Lead

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

New Robotics Employers to Watch in 2026: UK and Global Companies Transforming Automation Careers

Robotics is moving rapidly from factory floors into healthcare, logistics, agriculture, autonomous systems, and consumer products. As automation becomes embedded in everyday life, companies are investing in robots that operate alongside humans, analyse environments in real time, and learn from data. In 2026, demand for robotics engineers, software developers, system integrators, and AI specialists continues to surge. For professionals exploring opportunities on www.RoboticsJobs.co.uk , understanding the employers that are scaling, winning contracts, securing investment, or expanding into the UK market is crucial. This article highlights top robotics employers to watch in 2026, spanning innovative startups, high‑growth scale‑ups, and established global technology leaders with strong UK presence.

How Many Robotics Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Robotics Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in robotics, it can feel like the list of tools you should learn never ends. One job advert asks for ROS, another mentions Gazebo, another wants experience with Python, Linux, C++, RobotStudio, MATLAB/Simulink, perception stacks, control frameworks, real-time OS, vision libraries — and that’s just scratching the surface. With so many frameworks, languages and platforms, it’s no wonder robotics job seekers feel overwhelmed. But here’s the honest truth most recruiters won’t say explicitly: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you can apply the right tools to solve real robotics problems reliably and explain your reasoning clearly. Tools matter — but only in service of outcomes. So the real question isn’t how many tools you should know, but which tools you should master and why. For most robotics roles, the answer is significantly fewer — and far more focused — than you might assume. This article breaks down what employers really expect, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look capable, confident, and ready to contribute from day one.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Robotics Job Applications (UK Guide)

Robotics is one of the most dynamic, interdisciplinary fields in technology — blending mechanical systems, embedded software, controls, perception (AI/vision), modelling, simulation and systems integration. Hiring managers in this space are highly selective because robotics teams need people who can solve real-world problems under constraints, work across disciplines, and deliver safe, reliable systems. And here’s the reality: hiring managers do not read every word of your CV. Like in many tech domains, they scan quickly — often forming a judgement in the first 10–20 seconds. In robotics, those first signals are especially important because the work is complex and there’s a wide range of candidate backgrounds. This guide unpacks exactly what hiring managers look for first in robotics applications and how to optimise your CV, portfolio and cover letter so you stand out in the UK market.