Solution Designer - Maersk Project Logistics

Hiring Range: 37.000,00 € - 57.700,00 € Short Term Incentive at target (actual payout may vary based on performance): 7.5% Benefits: Life & Accident Insurance, Meal Card, Employee Assistance Program, Global Referral Program, Global Maternity Program (Return to Work Plan), Role Specific Benefits POSITION IS ON-SITE IN GENOA, ITALY

A.P. Moller - Maersk is a global logistics leader. With over 100,000 professionals in 130 countries, we are dedicated to simplifying and connecting global trade to help our customers grow competitively in current and new markets. Within our specialized Maersk Project Logistics (MPL) division, we offer tailored solutions to manage the complex project shipments of heavy lift, oversized (OOG) and other specialized cargo across multiple transport modes and industries. At Maersk, collaboration and a customer-centric mindset are key success factors. As a network-driven business, the ability to think and act beyond your own function and geography is essential. We believe in recognizing individual performance within highly professional teams, supported by our strong company values. We Offer: This is an exciting opportunity to join our MPL team as Solution Designer to create innovative, price competitive and operationally sound solutions for complex project logistics shipments and deliver tangible impact on win ratio, margins as well as solution quality and feasibility. You will be joining an international, fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and get exposure to complex, global logistics operations with multiple stakeholders to accelerate the sustainable growth of our MPL offering in Italy and neighbouring Central South Europe and Adriatic countries.

Key Responsibilities

Accountable for designing price competitive, profitable, compliant and operationally sound solutions for complex project logistics opportunities, covering breakbulk, heavy lift, OOG, RoRo, chartering, multimodal and other specialized cargo across Italy and selected Central Europe and Adriatic markets. Partner closely with Business Development and Sales teams on RFQs, RFPs and strategic pursuits. Responsible to translate customer requirements into technically sound, operationally viable and commercially competitive customer value propositions. Owns the design of technical solutions in compliance with internal processes and standards, including service scope, operating models, resource and capacity requirements, process flows, infrastructure and engineering concepts. Responsible for costing, cost drivers and business case/P&L assessment, collaborating closely with Business Development to deliver on revenue and margin targets through appropriate pricing strategies and solution designs. Collaborate closely with Regional Procurement to support sourcing activities, including identifying appropriate supplier profiles, vendor selection and creation, subcontractor evaluation, terms & condition negotiations and compliance Maintain a deep and updated market knowledge and close relationship with the project eco-system, building a diversified, competitive vendor network that delivers cost efficiency, operational control, quality, and scalability to support customer projects and growth ambitions. Responsible for comprehensive project handover to Operations team and involved to support the implementation phase. Foster innovation and drive continuous improvement by leveraging Lean methodologies, business process engineering expertise, automation opportunities, and emerging solution design capabilities. Contribute to the European solution design community by promoting best practices and driving knowledge sharing and capability development.

What We Are Looking For

Proven 5+ years of relevant technical or engineering experience in Project Logistics for complex shipments across breakbulk, heavy lift, OOG, RoRo, chartering. Previous experience in Renewable Energy, Industrial Projects, and Commercial Defense sectors is valued. Strong technical and financial acumen, with expertise in solution engineering, costing, pricing, resource modelling, and business case development. Solid operational understanding of project logistics and strong design-to-execute mindset, designing viable solutions that can be successfully executed in the field, while balancing cost, margin and operational risk. Demonstrated ability to assess the impact of solution design decisions on productivity, cost efficiency, operational performance, customer value, and margin developments. Deep knowledge of local market dynamics and a strong network of service providers across the project logistics value chain, including transport providers, heavy-lift and specialized equipment suppliers, port operators, warehousing partners, customs brokers, and other key subcontractors. Skilled at leveraging supplier relationships and market intelligence to challenge conventional approaches and create differentiated and innovative customer offerings. Comfortable working in complex and ambiguous environments, using data, experience, and sound judgment to develop recommendations and make informed decisions with incomplete information Good stakeholder management with the ability to work effectively cross-functionally with Business Development, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and external vendors. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, matrixial environment. Proactive and structured, with a solution-oriented approach and can-do attitude Vendor- and customer-facing travels in Italy to be expected on an ad-hoc basis Fluency in English and Italian (verbal and written)

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.