Solution Design Manager in Solihull

Prologis is the global leader in logistics real estate. We own, manage and develop high-quality properties in the world’s most vibrant centres of commerce, approximately 72 million square metres in 19 countries. Some of the world’s largest brands (e.g., Amazon, BMW, DHL, FedEx, Pepsi) turn to us because they know an efficient supply chain will make their businesses run better, and a strategic relationship with Prologis will create competitive advantage. As the top ranked U.S. company and sixth overall among the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World, we take our global footprint seriously.

Prologis Essentials helps customers create warehouse operations that work in practice. We combine operational expertise with warehouse design, material handling, storage solutions and automation. Our Solution Design team works with customers and colleagues across Europe and the UK to translate operational requirements into practical warehouse concepts and designs. We support projects from the first discussions about a customer’s operation through design development and handover for implementation.

The role involves advising customers on how to turn their operational requirements into practical warehouse solutions. You will work directly with customers to understand their processes, analyse their data and challenge assumptions. You will then develop and explain design options, including the key choices, trade-offs, costs and implementation implications. You will join a fast-growing team working on multiple customer projects across several countries at the same time. Prologis Essentials organises more than 100 customer move-ins each year, and this activity is growing at double-digit rates year on year. You will lead the solution design work from discovery through conceptual design and final design handover. This includes preparing operational and technical briefs, developing warehouse layouts and storage or automation concepts, and refining the agreed design into a package ready for implementation. You will work closely with customers, Essentials Solution Managers, Leasing, Capital Deployment, Project Management and external specialists. You will also contribute to the continued development of the Solution Design team’s methods and tools. This is a senior individual contributor role. You will own design assignments and customer discussions, but you will not have direct reports.

What you will do:

• Gather and validate customer requirements, operational data, process flows and space needs.
• Support site visits and operational audits to understand current processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare operational and technical briefs that form the basis for the design.
• Analyse volumes, product characteristics, storage requirements and operational flows.
• Develop warehouse layouts and design concepts using AutoCAD.
• Assess suitable storage, material handling and automation options.
• Present design concepts to customers, explain key choices and trade-offs, and incorporate agreed feedback.
• Develop the final design package for handover to implementation and project teams.
• Review supplier proposals and technical information for alignment with the agreed requirements.
• Support Sales and Leasing colleagues with operational input, layouts and visual material during customer discussions and early project stages.
• Identify relevant fire safety, building code and operational requirements, and involve specialist support where needed.
• Help improve the team’s design methods, templates and tools.

What you bring:

• A degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in warehouse design, logistics engineering, operations consulting or a related role.
• Demonstrable experience using AutoCAD to develop warehouse layouts.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret operational data and turn it into practical design choices.
• Good knowledge of warehouse operations, storage solutions and material handling.
• Experience with automation is an advantage.
• Experience preparing or supporting cost estimates for technical or operational solutions.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with both customers and internal technical and commercial teams.
• A structured and practical approach, with attention to detail and ownership of your work.
• Fluent English, spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel across Europe, typically up to 10%.

Preferred experience:

• German and/or French language skills.
• Experience with 3D design or BIM tools.
• Experience working with warehouse automation suppliers.
• Familiarity with fire safety, building codes and other requirements relevant to warehouse design.
• An interest in applying AI to design work, or experience using AI tools in day-to-day analysis and design tasks.

Why join Prologis Essentials?

• Work on a varied range of warehouse projects for customers across Europe and the UK.
• Help shape solutions from the first operational discussions through design and implementation handover.
• Work at the intersection of warehouse operations, logistics real estate and technology.
• Join an international team where you can contribute to the development of our Solution Design capability.
• Receive a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities to grow within a global company.

People First: As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most - our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and dedicate both time and resources to leadership development. Our team is intentional about cultivating a culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion so that everyone at Prologis feels a sense of belonging.

Employment Type: Full time

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Additional Locations: Solihull, England