Assistant Manager, Solutions

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager, Solutions is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of customized logistics solutions for e-commerce marketplaces and retailers. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including Operations, Finance, Commercial, Tech, and Network Planning—to ensure the delivery of scalable, customer-centric logistics products that drive commercial and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a problem solver and strategic thinker with a strong background in logistics, capable of managing complex solutions and aligning multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Solution Development & Launch

• Design and implement tailored logistics solutions across ground and air transportation, customs, and supply chain optimization.
• Manage the end-to-end solution lifecycle—from initial requirements gathering to deployment and post-launch support.
• Ensure solutions meet customer expectations, align with operational capabilities, and achieve financial targets.

2. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Finance, Tech, and Network Planning to create efficient and scalable logistics processes.
• Collaborate with the Commercial team to understand client needs and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Facilitate communication and coordination across departments to ensure alignment and successful solutions implementation.

3. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Leverage qualitative insights and quantitative data to guide solution decisions
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving discussions to drive clarity, decisions, and ownership.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance outcomes and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.

4. Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate closely with Regional Solutions team to align local execution with regional strategies, frameworks, and priorities. 
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Mentor and coach commercial team members involved in solution development.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standard operating procedures.

Experience: 4–5+ years in logistics, supply chain, or related roles, with hands-on experience in managing logistics solutions or product launches.

Industry Knowledge: Experience in e-commerce, retail logistics, or 3PL is preferred.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus).

Technical Skills

• In-depth understanding of cross-border logistics, air freight, customs, and delivery operations.
• Problem-solver able to translate customer challenges into clear, executable solution designs
• Strong data analysis skills; able to use performance metrics to guide decisions.
• Familiarity with logistics technology platforms or ERP systems is a plus.

Project Management

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with strong execution discipline.
• Structured and detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning capabilities.
• Strong leadership, prioritization, and decision-making capabilities. 

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well with regional teams remotely, keeping communication clear and timely across different time zones
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive results.