Warehouse Solutions Analyst

Linfox

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Warehouse Solutions Analyst within our Analytics & Design Services (ADS) team, you will develop supply chain, warehouse and automation solutions for Linfox business units and their customers. Taking a data set and item data, you will quickly translate complex requirements into fit-for-purpose distribution centre designs that optimise handling efficiency, future-proof operations and deliver commercial value. Reporting to the Warehouse Solutions & Automation Manager, you will map stock flows, model options, produce CAD layouts and evaluate automation technologies – presenting clear, commercially sound recommendations to internal and external stakeholders. This role can be based out of our offices in Brisbane (QLD) or Essendon Fields (VIC).

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in an engineering or design background developing warehouse / distribution centre solutions.
• Extremely proficient Excel skills, with the ability to rapidly turn a data set and item data into a workable DC solution.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD desirable) for warehouse layout drawing and swept path analysis.
• A blend of operational, commercial and technical capability across multiple warehouse disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to produce tender / RFQ-grade documents and present insights in a clear, usable format.
• Clear and confident verbal communicator who can articulate solutions simply.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen.
• Advanced reporting, analysis and presentation skills.
• Diplomatic and tactful, able to work under pressure to deadlines.
• Organised, with strong attention to detail and time management.
• Problem breakdown and root-cause identification skills.

Nice To Haves

• An undergraduate degree in Engineering, IT, Business or Logistics (preferred), and an interest in applying AI tools to accelerate analysis and design.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, costing and communication of logistics solutions, working with the ADS team, internal departments and external partners to create the optimal fit-for-purpose design.
• Analyse data sets and item/SKU data – including inbound/outbound volumes, seasonality and inventory patterns – to build customer volume profiles that inform warehouse design decisions.
• Produce warehouse layout drawings using CAD tools and conduct swept path analysis to validate aisle widths, dock layouts and material handling equipment movements.
• Map stock movement flows through proposed designs – receiving, storage, pick face and despatch sequencing – to validate operational viability.
• Evaluate automation technologies (AMR, ASRS, conveyor, sortation) for fit-for-purpose application, including vendor comparison, ROI modelling and integration with warehouse design.
• Deliver timely project updates, solution summaries and presentations, and complete commercial reviews with benefit realisation, all within the legislative safety-in-design framework.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and senior Linfox leaders, and support business units in customer workshops.
• Leverage data analytics and emerging AI and Agentic AI tools to extract insights and build design capability within the business.

Benefits

• Criminal history check
• Full medical with a drug and alcohol test

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level