Solution Consultant

KION
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan
    12 days ago

    Job Description

    As a Solution Consultant, you will collaborate with customers and sales teams to design innovative automation solutions that solve complex operational challenges and support future business growth. This customer-facing role combines analytics, consulting, and solution design to develop scalable material handling systems that deliver measurable results.

    We are hiring Solution Consultants at multiple career levels and are looking for professionals with experience in operations, engineering, automation, consulting, or material handling who thrive in a fast-paced, solution-oriented environment.

    If you're passionate about solving complex business challenges, influencing customer strategy, and crafting the future of supply chain automation, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with Dematic.

    We offer:

    • Career Development

    • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

    • Pay Transparency

    • Global Opportunities

    Learn More Here:https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

    Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


    The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $96,000 - $135,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

    Tasks and Qualifications:

    What You Will Do In This Role:

    • Develop and own solution concepts of varying size and complexity by translating customer business requirements into practical, scalable designs and recommending the best approach through structured analysis.

    • Lead solution development activities, including defining data collection and analysis methods, evaluating customer data, establishing design criteria, identifying risks and dependencies, and supporting resource and timeline planning for successful execution.

    • Partner with customers, Sales, and cross-functional collaborators to clarify objectives, align solution assumptions, support opportunity qualification, and build trusted-advisor relationships through effective communication and collaboration.

    • Create professional solution deliverables, including reports, layouts, drawings, analytical outputs, and proposal content that clearly communicate requirements, recommendations, and business value.

    • Apply good judgment to refine solution options, support decision-making, and drive progress independently while raising issues and seeking mentorship when appropriate.

    • Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, operating strategies, and solution development practices while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and serving as a subject matter expert in designated areas.

    What We Are Looking For:

    • 5+ years of experience in logistics and automation

    • Strong understanding of distribution center operations and material handling technologies

    • Proficiency in data analysis, concept development, and modern analytical tools

    • Excellent communication skills with customers, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams

    • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment

    • Ability to manage shifting priorities with focus, flexibility, and a positive approach

    • Comfortable learning new technologies and methods quickly

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; master’s degree strongly preferred

    • Willingness to travel 25–50%

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGrand Rapids, Michigan
    Websitedematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Analytical Developmentunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Business Growthunmatched
    • Career Developmentunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
    • Consultingunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer/Client Researchunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Distribution Operationsunmatched
    • Distribution Servicesunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Scalable System Developmentunmatched
    • Structured Analysisunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Technical Strategyunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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