Manager, Solution Design (Indianapolis)

Leads and develops Solution Design teams to drive sales wins, elevate technical capabilities, and increase engagement. Partners with the Director to execute strategic goals, ensures solution quality and risk mitigation, and maintains strong alignment with Sales, Delivery, and Corporate Development. Sponsors sales opportunities to deliver timely, high‐quality technical and commercial recommendations that maximize customer satisfaction and reduce risk.Job Functions:Lead and evolve the Solution Design practiceHire, coach, and develop Solution Designers; drive engagement and retentionSponsor sales opportunities to ensure on‐time, on‐budget, and high‐quality solutionsEnsure strong collaboration with Sales Partners and Delivery teamsProvide targeted support to projects at risk (schedule, budget, or quality)Oversee onboarding and ongoing technical trainingMaintain balanced staffing and high team utilizationPerform required administrative and people‐management responsibilitiesTravel Requirements:25% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills:Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering (or related degree) with 7+ years of relevant practical business experience. Master's degree is preferredDemonstrated leadership skillsMotivates and unleashes the true potential of Team MembersStrategic thinking and strong Kaizen driveAbility to Challenge Status-quo and drive change across the organizationExcellent technical problem-solving capabilityExcellent customer relations during complex projectsStrong capability to hold difficult conversations when needed with employees, Sales Partners, and customersProactive in addressing conflicts. Always stays professional through conflictsMust be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.