Logistics Solutions Design Director

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• Logistics Solutions Design Director

  US$80000 - US$150000 per annum Bonus Excellent Blue Chip Benefits

  Japan

  Board and Senior Supply Chain & Logistics

  Permanent

  CONTRACT LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS DESIGN DIRECTOR - JAPAN

  
  "Experience of logistics solutions design for the Japanese market and building regulatory environment. Fluency in Japanese highly advantageous"

  
  JPY Excellent Bonus Benefits & Relocation Assistance

  
  Japan - Full Relocation Assistance Available

  Our client is a global multinational. A true market leader, they have a strong culture of safety, customer focus, quality and reliability.
  Highly successful and long-established with industrial expertise across a number of verticals, our client has a global network of operations and integrated state-of-the-art information technology across warehousing and transport.
  As result of dynamic growth our client is seeking a very innovative, degree educated, Director of Solutions Design from the global 3PL/contract logistics sector. You will lead a solutions design team across transport, warehousing and value-added solutions working with clients across the Japanese cluster. Experience of robotic process automation warehousing solutions design would be advantageous.
  You will support the Country Leadership Team to develop and deploy commercial strategies. You lead, coach, and develop the Japanese solutions design team. You will also programme manage solutions design projects and resources.
  We are seeking individuals with experience of various types of transport, warehousing and storage including robotic process automation, automatic storage and retrieval systems. Experience of transport and warehousing/distribution centre design solutions for the Japanese market and building structure regulatory environment will be critical to success. Fluency in Japanese would be highly advantageous but not essential.
  The Role:
  * Managing a team of Warehousing/Transport & Valued Added Logistics Solutions Design Managers and Analysts, you will support the country Business Development and Implementation teams in developing innovative, cost effective and profitable warehousing and supply chain solutions for new and existing multinational and regional clients.

  * Through strategic consulting assignments, you will work at operational strategic and Board level to identify business issues focused on process improvement and cost effectiveness; propose value adding and innovative solutions and subsequently manage the delivery of projects.

  * This will entail analysis of existing inhouse and customer operations and the subsequent design of proposals, managing resource and cross functional teams during implementation, planning and solutions delivery. In addition, you will develop the supply chain solutions design strategy and manage the departmental budget.

  * As Director of Logistics Solutions Design your role will be broad - leading solutions design projects as a Subject Matter Expert across transport, robotic process automation specialist, material handling, automated warehousing design, supply chain and logistics systems, strategy, commercial, key account management, management accountant, facilitator, leader, mentor, coach and project manager.

  * You will possess extensive expertise in transport and warehousing solutions design, planning, projects, consultancy, value chain engineering and productivity improvement. You will be highly proficient in liaising, presenting and working at Board level both internally and externally with key strategic multinational client accounts.

  * You will direct and manage your team in multiple implementation and re-engineering projects enabling cost and service improvements whilst at the same time managing teams involved in new operational start-ups.

  The Ideal Applicant:

  * The ideal applicant will be educated to degree/Masters degree level in Engineering, Business or similar and will possess a substantial and demonstrative track record of successful project delivery gained within a global multinational third party contract logistics solutions design/projects environment.

  * We are inviting applications from either highly accomplished and experienced professionals seeking to consolidate and apply their solutions design leadership and coaching experience in a new and challenging growth environment or alternatively someone with at least 8-10 years fast track operational and strategic solutions design experience who wishes to step into country logistics solutions design leadership role heading up and developing an accomplished team of solutions design specialists.
  
  * Experience of transport and warehousing solutions design, supply chain optimisation, automated robotic process and warehouse design tools as well as formal project management capabilities will be a prerequisite. Experience of managing multi-disciplined teams is essential.

  * It is imperative that you will be possess a portfolio of successful projects completed across, for example, retail and FMCG, industrial, technology or pharmaceutical verticals.

  * Third Party Solutions design experience as a Senior Manager, General Manager, Head of, Senior Consultant/Partner or Project Director may have been supplemented with experience in one of the following environments: inhouse global multinational logistics fulfilment facilities design team; materials handling solutions design provider; or automation solutions/automated robotic process design consultancy.

  * Most importantly you will also have a demonstrable track record of success in coaching and developing a team of Solutions Design Analysts and Managers, ensuring a consistent, best in class approach.

  * Previous international/multi country solutions design and solutions design and implementation project team leadership would be extremely advantageous, as would, cultural experience and understanding of living and working in Japan would be highly advantageous.

   

  To apply without delay, please email your CV, quoting reference LX 1152315,

  

• Logistics Solutions Design Director

  JPY Excellent Bonus Benefits & Relocation Assistance

  Japan

  Board and Senior Supply Chain & Logistics

  Permanent

  CONTRACT LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS DESIGN DIRECTOR - JAPAN

  
  "Experience of logistics solutions design for the Japanese market and building regulatory environment. Fluency in Japanese highly advantageous"

  
  JPY Excellent Bonus Benefits & Relocation Assistance

  
  Japan - Full Relocation Assistance Available

  Our client is a global multinational. A true market leader, they have a strong culture of safety, customer focus, quality and reliability.
  Highly successful and long-established with industrial expertise across a number of verticals, our client has a global network of operations and integrated state-of-the-art information technology across warehousing and transport.
  As result of dynamic growth our client is seeking a very innovative, degree educated, Director of Solutions Design from the global 3PL/contract logistics sector. You will lead a solutions design team across transport, warehousing and value-added solutions working with clients across the Japanese cluster. Experience of robotic process automation warehousing solutions design would be advantageous.
  You will support the Country Leadership Team to develop and deploy commercial strategies. You lead, coach, and develop the Japanese solutions design team. You will also programme manage solutions design projects and resources.
  We are seeking individuals with experience of various types of transport, warehousing and storage including robotic process automation, automatic storage and retrieval systems. Experience of transport and warehousing/distribution centre design solutions for the Japanese market and building structure regulatory environment will be critical to success. Fluency in Japanese would be highly advantageous but not essential.
  The Role:
  * Managing a team of Warehousing/Transport & Valued Added Logistics Solutions Design Managers and Analysts, you will support the country Business Development and Implementation teams in developing innovative, cost effective and profitable warehousing and supply chain solutions for new and existing multinational and regional clients.

  * Through strategic consulting assignments, you will work at operational strategic and Board level to identify business issues focused on process improvement and cost effectiveness; propose value adding and innovative solutions and subsequently manage the delivery of projects.

  * This will entail analysis of existing inhouse and customer operations and the subsequent design of proposals, managing resource and cross functional teams during implementation, planning and solutions delivery. In addition, you will develop the supply chain solutions design strategy and manage the departmental budget.

  * As Director of Logistics Solutions Design your role will be broad - leading solutions design projects as a Subject Matter Expert across transport, robotic process automation specialist, material handling, automated warehousing design, supply chain and logistics systems, strategy, commercial, key account management, management accountant, facilitator, leader, mentor, coach and project manager.

  * You will possess extensive expertise in transport and warehousing solutions design, planning, projects, consultancy, value chain engineering and productivity improvement. You will be highly proficient in liaising, presenting and working at Board level both internally and externally with key strategic multinational client accounts.

  * You will direct and manage your team in multiple implementation and re-engineering projects enabling cost and service improvements whilst at the same time managing teams involved in new operational start-ups.

  The Ideal Applicant:

  * The ideal applicant will be educated to degree/Masters degree level in Engineering, Business or similar and will possess a substantial and demonstrative track record of successful project delivery gained within a global multinational third party contract logistics solutions design/projects environment.

  * We are inviting applications from either highly accomplished and experienced professionals seeking to consolidate and apply their solutions design leadership and coaching experience in a new and challenging growth environment or alternatively someone with at least 8-10 years fast track operational and strategic solutions design experience who wishes to step into country logistics solutions design leadership role heading up and developing an accomplished team of solutions design specialists.
  
  * Experience of transport and warehousing solutions design, supply chain optimisation, automated robotic process and warehouse design tools as well as formal project management capabilities will be a prerequisite. Experience of managing multi-disciplined teams is essential.

  * It is imperative that you will be possess a portfolio of successful projects completed across, for example, retail and FMCG, industrial, technology or pharmaceutical verticals.

  * Third Party Solutions design experience as a Senior Manager, General Manager, Head of, Senior Consultant/Partner or Project Director may have been supplemented with experience in one of the following environments: inhouse global multinational logistics fulfilment facilities design team; materials handling solutions design provider; or automation solutions/automated robotic process design consultancy.

  * Most importantly you will also have a demonstrable track record of success in coaching and developing a team of Solutions Design Analysts and Managers, ensuring a consistent, best in class approach.

  * Previous international/multi country solutions design and solutions design and implementation project team leadership would be extremely advantageous, as would, cultural experience and understanding of living and working in Japan would be highly advantageous.

   

  To apply without delay, please email your CV, quoting reference LX 1152315,

  

• Technical Director

  £70000 - £80000 per annum Benefits

  UK, Midlands West

  Board and Senior Manufacturing & Engineering

  Permanent

  Technical Director

  "Become the driving force behind NPD technical engineering process excellence."

  £70-80000 (DOE) Benefits

  Location: Nottingham

  Are you an engineering leader with a talent for innovation and a track record of transforming engineering processes including new product development (NPD), quality control, product testing, manufacturing and compliance? Our client, a renowned provider of specialised engineering equipment, seeks a dynamic Technical Director to spearhead its technical strategy and propel the company to new heights.

  In this pivotal role, you will oversee a highly skilled engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and driving the development of cutting-edge products that meet the market's evolving needs. With your technical expertise and strategic vision, you will streamline engineering and NPD processes, ensuring robust quality control, regulatory compliance, and seamless integration of new technologies.

  Key Responsibilities:

  · Formulate and execute a comprehensive technical strategy aligned with business objectives and market trends.

  · Lead and mentor the engineering and test teams, nurturing a collaborative and innovative environment.

  · Provide strategic direction across new product development, engineering, testing, compliance, and quality.

  · Engage directly with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into innovative technical solutions.

  · Implement strategies to enhance production capabilities, optimise product design, and streamline operations.

  · Oversee product and process quality control, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

  · Coordinate with the sales and marketing team to ensure product offerings remain competitive and relevant.

  · Cost control activities including a focus on value engineering.

  The Ideal Candidate:

  To thrive in this role, you must possess a unique blend of technical prowess, leadership experience, and strategic vision. Our client seeks an accomplished engineering professional with a proven track record of leading teams, managing new product development processes, and delivering comprehensive technical strategies.

  · A degree in Engineering or a related manufacturing field is essential.

  · Expertise in mechanical engineering would be particularly advantageous.

  · Early previous experience may have included mechanical design, production or engineering experience before specialising in technical engineering with a focus on new product development and existing product enhancement.

  · Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing engineering setting, as Technical Manager, Head of Technical or Technical Director, managing and developing diverse engineering teams.

  · Hands-on experience in new product development and technology evaluation.

  · Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver technical strategies aligned with business goals.

  · Excellent project management skills, focusing on meeting budgetary, timeline, and objective constraints.

  · Strong critical reasoning and problem-solving skills to tackle complex technical challenges.

  · Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence to foster collaboration across teams.

  · A high degree of business acumen to balance technical needs with business objectives.

  · Resilience and the ability to lead by example, inspiring your team through your own actions and skills.

  · Pragmatic approach. A proven motivator, mentor and highly visible leader who has successfully worked and engaged with cross functional teams.

  · Strategically minded but tactically adept.

  This role is your opportunity to significantly impact an established manufacturing company that prides itself on in-house production and high-quality engineering fabrications. If you are ready to take on this challenge and shape our client's future, apply now and become the driving force behind manufacturing excellence.

  Competitive remuneration package and benefits, including private health coverage, pension scheme, and generous holiday entitlement.

  To apply, please send your CV, quoting reference LX 2325789 We look forward to hearing from you.