Solution Manager - Automation

Brave thinking. Passion for performance. Solutions that last. Safer Storage Systems (SSS), a leading Australian warehouse solutions provider and local pallet racking manufacturer, has been acquired by Element Logic®, the first and largest AutoStore® partner worldwide and warehouse automation technology provider. SSS Joins Element Logic At Element Logic, we don’t just automate warehouses - we optimize warehouse performance. By combining intelligent automation, deep operational expertise, and a strong people‑first culture, we help ambitious businesses turn complexity into simplicity and gain a lasting competitive advantage.

We are now looking for a

Solution Manager

to strengthen our Automation team in Australia - a senior role for someone who is driven by

understanding operations first and designing solutions that truly work . This role operates as a solutions leadership position, carrying architectural, commercial, and cross‑functional responsibility from first customer insight to final proposal. At Element Logic, great commercial results come from

great solutions , built on insight, collaboration, and trust.

Your mission: You will lead the development of

robust, data‑driven automation concepts

that help our customers make confident, long‑term investment decisions.

Working closely with the Head of Automation, our global solution experts, and local sales and engineering teams, you will ensure that every proposal reflects

real operational reality , not assumptions - and that every solution aligns with our promise of performance, reliability, and scalability.

What you’ll do Understand before you design

Engage directly with customers to understand how their operations truly run - from order profiles and SKU velocity to labour models and peak variability

Lead structured operational analyses and sensitivity modelling to challenge assumptions and ensure resilient solutions

Facilitate discovery workshops that align stakeholders across operations, management, and executive leadership

Shape intelligent automation solutions

Lead the development of conceptual automation architectures aligned to customer goals and validated operational insight

Translate data into system sizing, throughput logic, and ROI frameworks

Ensure solutions reflect the

entire warehouse ecosystem

- workflows, service levels, risks, and day‑to‑day operations

Guide design engineers across layouts, specifications, and system concepts covering Goods‑to‑Person, shuttle/ASRS, conveyor, and mobile robotics solutions

Support sales with technical integrity

Partner closely with sales to define scope, clarify requirements, and shape competitive, solution‑led proposals

Safeguard the technical and analytical quality of all submissions - layouts, calculations, assumptions, and performance commitments

Develop and present ROI models, total cost of ownership, and executive‑level business cases

Lead RFP and RFI responses with clarity, credibility, and confidence

Be a trusted companion - internally and externally

Build long‑term relationships with customer stakeholders from warehouse floor to boardroom

Act as the voice of the customer within Element Logic, feeding operational insight back into solution standards and strategy

Collaborate globally with Element Logic’s solution architects, data teams, and software specialists

Who you are You are someone who:

Thinks

solutions first , always starting with the operational problem

Is analytically strong and comfortable challenging assumptions with data

Builds trust through humility, clarity, and technical credibility

Enjoys collaboration in a non‑hierarchical, international environment

Is genuinely passionate about logistics, automation, and performance improvement

What you bring Essential

7+ years’ experience in solution design, pre‑sales engineering, or technical consulting within warehouse automation or intralogistics

Strong understanding of warehouse operations and distribution workflows

Proven ability to analyse operational datasets and translate insight into system architecture and business cases

Experience developing integrated automation concepts across multiple technologies

Confidence presenting complex solutions to senior operational and executive stakeholders

Nice to have

Hands‑on exposure to Goods‑to‑Person, shuttle/ASRS, conveyor/sortation, or mobile robotics

Familiarity with WMS, WES, or WCS environments

Experience across industries such as retail, e‑commerce, 3PL, FMCG, pharma, or cold chain

Agency notice:

We’re proud to handle all our recruitment in‑house at Element Logic. That means we don’t accept candidates or approaches from external recruiters or headhunters. All hiring processes are managed exclusively by our own specialized Talent Acquisition team.

For information about this role, please reach out to our Vice President of Talent Acquisition, Beate Hall-Hofsø: beate.hall-hofso@elementlogic.net or apply today!

Be yourself, in your element.

At Element Logic, our people are our greatest resource. We believe individuals should be in their element and we recognize, celebrate, and nurture the strength of diversity. We offer equal opportunities and welcome applicants regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, language, national origin, mental and physical abilities, religious and political affiliations, stage of life, or family circumstances. We desire a work environment where people flourish with their unique abilities, perspectives and life experiences.

About Element Logic Element Logic® is a global technology company specializing in intelligent warehouse automation. Since its founding in 1985, the company has grown to employ over 950 people across 30 countries and has established itself as the first - and leading - AutoStore™ partner worldwide.

Renowned for its commitment to innovation and people‑centric approach, Element Logic enhances warehouse performance through a unique combination of cutting‑edge technology, AI‑powered software, and tailor‑made solutions. This enables businesses across industries to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in their logistics operations.

With a proven track record and deep expertise in intralogistics, Element Logic has become the go‑to partner for organizations seeking to gain a competitive edge through automation. The company’s culture is rooted in bravery, passion, and reliability - qualities that continue to drive its mission of optimizing warehouse performance.

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