Warehouse Solution Design Analyst

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 Solutions Design Analyst who will be responsible for analysing, designing, and supporting the implementation of optimal warehouse solutions for our new and existing customers. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Business Development, and IT to develop warehouse solutions that align with our business objectives and support our overall strategic direction.

This role will be based at our Northampton SDC site (NN7 2QA
), with opportunity to work remotely up to 4 days per week and occasionally travel to other UK sites (subject to business requirements). The working hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5:30pm.

The role will offer a salary of £34,961.52. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous analysis experience to join a team who play a key role in supporting and driving the growth of the business.

• Car Allowance of £5,000
• Individual health cover
• Free Eye Test *
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days of Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Critical Illness Cover
• My Strength Wellbeing App
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee benefits, i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, Karo Health, Health Cash Plan
• Tailored development and career opportunities

• 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 modelling, including shift patterns, manager-to-operative ratios & MHE levels
• Proposal for automation including business case justification
• Warehouse process modelling of 'what if' scenarios to redesign and optimise warehouse processes by implementing industry best practices, automation, and technology.
• Always ensure customer service levels meet customer and business expectations, providing timely and appropriate communication.
• Build and maintain good team relationships with associated departments, ensuring an aligned 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.

• Previous work experience in warehouse operations or similar logistics environments.
• Proven experience in an Analyst and / or Solution Design role is desirable, but training will be provided.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and analyse complex data sets.
• Experience using design tools like CAD or CLASS (desirable but not essential).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts and present findings to stakeholders at…