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The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are looking for a Warehouse Solution Design Analyst, who will be responsible for analysing, designing, and supporting the implementation of optimal warehouse solutions for our customers, both new and existing. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, IT, and procurement, to develop warehouse solutions that align with our business objectives and support our overall strategic direction.

The salary on offer is up to £32,000 plus car allowance per annum. You will be expected to work Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30, with the opportunity to work remotely with occasional travel to various UK locations (subject to business requirements).

The Benefits

• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits i.e. Discount schemes including E-vouchers and gift cards, gym membership as well as a recognition platform
• Critical Illness Cover
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Company sick pay*

- Employee Wellness initiatives – WeCare- includes 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more

Key responsibilities:

• Use data analysis techniques to extract insights from customer & internal operational data, including inventory levels, order volumes, and cycle times, to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Develop appropriate and realistic warehouse solutions for new and existing customers to meet tender requirements, including:
• Warehouse modelling & optimisation
• Warehouse layout design
• Resource planning including shift patterns, manager to operative ratios & MHE levels.
• Proposal of automation
• Warehouse process modelling of ‘what if’ scenarios to redesign and optimise warehouse processes through the implementation of industry best practices, automation, and technology.
• Always ensure that customer service levels meet customer and business expectations, ensuring communication is timely and appropriate.
• Build and maintain good team relationships with associated departments, ensuring a joined-up approach in all proposed solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in warehouse operations to proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Key requirements:

• Previous work experience in warehouse operations or similar logistics environment.
• Experience of influencing or supporting operational change.
• Experience in using design tools like CAD or CLASS preferred (not mandatory).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel)
• Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and analyse complex data sets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts and present findings to stakeholders at various levels.
• A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
• The ability to be flexible and adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Proficient in building strong relationships & fostering collaboration to generate buy-in from stakeholders across different departments.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.