3PL Warehouse Design Engineer
18 hours ago
Manchester
At Constellation we have bold ambitions to not only automate and optimise our existing cold stores but to build lots of new warehouses too. Therefore we are seeking an Logistics Engineer to support the strategic development, expansion, and new-build warehouse projects across our business. This role plays a key part in shaping investment decisions by designing, modelling, and validating our cold stores that support business growth and operational efficiency. Unlike a traditional CI (Continuous Improvement) role that focuses on refining existing processes, this role requires a forward-thinking, strategic mindset—one that can work with limited or incomplete data and apply logical assumptions to develop robust business cases. You will be responsible for supporting the development of new warehouses, conducting feasibility studies, and modelling different expansion scenarios, helping senior stakeholders make data-driven investment decisions. we are especially keen to hear from people with a 3PL background (GXO, DHL, CEVA, etc). Key Responsibilities 1. Solutions (Warehouse) Design & Expansion Modelling • Support the design and evaluation of new developments, site expansions, and infrastructure projects, ensuring feasibility and alignment with business goals., • Develop cost-benefit and scenario models to compare expansion options and support capital investment decisions., • Assess operational, financial, and strategic implications of new sites, facilities, and capacity expansions., • Provide input into key customer tenders, particularly where they relate to new capacity, site expansions, or development projects. 2. Business Case Development • Prepare structured, data-driven business cases for new build cold stores warehouses, upgrades, and strategic investments., • Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Strategy teams to ensure accurate, aligned data assumptions and forecasts., • Present recommendations in a clear, compelling way to influence senior decision-makers. 3. Data Analysis & Assumption Building • Build Excel-based models, using existing data where available and supplementing it with external logic, benchmarks, and assumptions when data is incomplete., • Identify key value drivers, risks, and sensitivities in business case models., • Challenge existing assumptions and bring fresh thinking to investment and design decisions. 4. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication • Work with diverse stakeholders across Europe, including senior leadership, Finance, Operations, Commercial, and external consultants to design and plan new build warehouses., • Engage with cross-functional teams to gather insights, validate assumptions, and ensure solutions are practical and aligned with business needs., • Present findings in a clear, visually engaging way so that non-technical stakeholders can quickly understand the implications. 5. Modelling, Excel & Data Visualisation • Build financial models and operational forecasts to support investment and capacity decisions., • Use Excel (advanced level) for scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and data interrogation., • Where relevant, use visualisation tools to translate complex analysis into simple, actionable insights. 6. Cross-Border Collaboration & Travel • Collaborate with teams across different European markets. Experience in 3PL / Logistics / Supply Chain Solutions Design • Open to European travel Denmark/Sweden/Norway/Belgium/France/The Netherlands/Ireland for site visits, stakeholder meetings, and project assessments. Nice to Have • Experience with Power BI, SQL, or other data visualization tools, • Background in infrastructure planning, supply chain, or logistics solutions, • Exposure to market research, financial forecasting, or investment modelling Why Join Us? • Be at the forefront of major expansion and development projects., • Shape high-impact investment decisions for the company’s growth., • Work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with exposure to senior leadership., • Enjoy a flexible, evolving role with strong career progression and developmental opportunities., • Great holiday and flexible working, • A fun dynamic team