Solutions Design Manager, Warehousing & Logistics

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: Solutions Design Manager, Warehousing & Logistics

Company: Iron Mountain

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full time

Category: Solutions Design / Operations Strategy

Date Posted: 2026-08-14

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level (5-10 years)

Remote Status: Hybrid

🚀 Role Summary

• Lead the design and development of innovative, customized warehousing and logistics solutions, bridging client needs with operational realities.

• Analyze and translate complex client data into quantifiable activity flows, process maps, operational blueprints, and robust cost models.

• Drive financial feasibility and technical optimization through detailed cost-benefit analyses, risk assessments, and workflow enhancements.

• Collaborate with Business Development, Project Management, and client stakeholders to present solutions and ensure seamless implementation transitions.

• Ensure all designed solutions align with organizational standards, commercial performance objectives, and budgetary constraints.

📝 Enhancement Note: This role is positioned within the broader "Sales" category as per the input, but its core functions are deeply rooted in operational strategy, solutions architecture, and technical design within warehousing and logistics. Therefore, it's categorized here as "Solutions Design / Operations Strategy" to better reflect the operational focus. The "Manager" title suggests a mid-to-senior level role requiring significant autonomy and expertise.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

• Develop detailed, scalable warehousing and distribution solutions for both contract and multi-client operations by analyzing client data and creating quantifiable activity flows, process maps, and operational blueprints.

• Conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses, risk assessments, and workflow/layout optimizations to ensure solutions are financially viable and technically sound.

• Lead and present comprehensive solution designs to Business Development, Project Management, and key client stakeholders, effectively communicating value propositions and technical details.

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather feedback, refine designs, and ensure a smooth handover from the solution design phase to project execution and steady-state operations.

• Ensure all proposed logistics solutions adhere to Iron Mountain's operational standards, performance benchmarks, and commercial objectives.

• Utilize advanced tools such as AutoCAD and simulation software to design optimized warehouse layouts, efficient workflows, effective labor plans, and optimal resource utilization strategies.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of logistics technical models, including Contract Logistics Cost Models and MOST/MTM methodologies, to inform solution design.

📝 Enhancement Note: The responsibilities emphasize a blend of analytical rigor, technical design skills, and strong communication/collaboration. The focus on "scalable warehousing and distribution solutions" and "contract and multi-client operations" suggests a need for versatile design capabilities applicable to diverse client needs and operational models.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a closely related technical or business field. Experience:

• Proven commercial experience in a solutions design, operations engineering, or similar role specifically within contract logistics, warehousing, or a related supply chain environment.

• Demonstrated experience in analyzing client requirements and translating them into detailed operational blueprints and cost models. Required Skills:

• Solutions Design: Expertise in architecting end-to-end logistics and