Solution Design Manager

Application Deadline: 5 December 2025

Department: Sales & Account Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bradford

Reporting To: Richard Van Marion

Compensation: £70,000 - £80,000 / year

Description

Advanced Supply Chain is seeking a highly detail-oriented Solutions Design Manager to play a pivotal role as the key link between our Commercial Key Account Team and our valued clients. In this permanent, full-time position, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the client experience, drive operational efficiencies, and unlock new revenue opportunities for ASC.

This role is responsible for designing, enhancing, and implementing tailored logistics solutions that unlock new revenue streams across ASC’s suite of services—including Returns, VAS, Customs, Warehousing, Transport, and IT. You will leverage advanced tools and modelling techniques to translate complex client data into clear operational blueprints and robust financial feasibility assessments.

We offer the flexibility to work in a hybrid model from any of our locations, along with a competitive salary of £70,000–£80,000, a car allowance, bonus eligibility, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively engage with our current key clients to understand and support the delivery of strategic initiatives
Identify client pain points, operational inefficiencies, and supply-chain risks, and develop value-adding solutions and mitigation strategies for both the client and ASCG
Identify multi-client development opportunities which will improve core functionality and deliver enhancements to support industry change
Lead cross-functional workshops to define & support service level agreements and key performance indicators
Work closely with the Commercial Key Account Team to assess client requirements, deliver enhancements and grow volume/revenue/margin
Track and report on client satisfaction, operational efficiency, and cost savings
Ensure all client solutions are delivered on time and within agreed budgets

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Have worked within a Supply Chain environment and have a good understanding of Supply Chain processes
Strong logistics knowledge and understanding how IT systems fundamentally support operations
Proven ability to operate cross functionally with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally is essential and communicate effectively
Analytical, innovative and conceptually strong
Proven experience in developing robust practical services to best support continued growth of our key client base
Strong presentation and project management skills expertise

Job Benefits

At Advanced, your journey begins with a warm welcome and a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to set you up for success from day one.

But it doesn't stop there—we’re committed to your continuous growth, offering ongoing training and development to help you sharpen your skills and reach your full potential.

We understand the significance of maintaining a healthy work/life balance, which is why we offer a hybrid working model.

We know that time to recharge is essential for your wellbeing. That’s why, in addition to your 25 days annual leave, we offer the option to purchase additional days—giving you flexibility to take the breaks you need.

We believe that family matters, our enhanced maternity package offers six months of full pay, giving you the time and peace of mind to focus on your growing family. New dads and partners also receive two weeks full paternity pay, so you can be there for those important first moments.

Planning for your future has never been easier—or more rewarding. Through our salary sacrifice pension scheme, meaning you pay less tax overall, while still investing in your future.

You’ll be joining a team where collaboration, openness, and support are part of everyday life—because great work happens when people feel connected and inspired.