It's more than a job
Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's leading logistics providers. Within our Integrated Logistics organization, we are looking for an experienced Lead Procurement Manager to drive strategic procurement activities for global customer programs.
In this role, you will lead the development and execution of customer-specific sourcing strategies, build long-term partnerships with transport providers, and ensure competitive, resilient, and cost-effective logistics solutions across multiple transport modes. You will work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while leading procurement managers and driving continuous improvement across the procurement function.
As Lead Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for defining procurement strategies that align with customer requirements and business objectives while leading complex sourcing initiatives across international logistics operations.
You will combine strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, market intelligence, and leadership to ensure the best transport solutions for our customers. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will identify new business opportunities, optimize procurement performance, and contribute to the long-term success of Integrated Logistics operations.
How you create impact
- Develop and execute customer-specific procurement strategies and long-term sourcing roadmaps
- Lead complex RFQs, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and strategic procurement projects across multiple transport modes
- Build, develop, and manage long-term relationships with transport providers while identifying and onboarding new logistics partners
- Analyze transport markets, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities to support strategic decision-making
- Drive procurement performance, coach Procurement Managers, and support their professional development
- Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to optimize logistics solutions, costs, and service performance
- Ensure procurement governance, contract compliance, and adherence to internal quality and documentation standards
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen procurement processes, supplier performance, and operational excellence
What we would like you to bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics operations, procurement, or strategic sourcing, including leadership experience
- Strong expertise in transport procurement, supplier negotiations, RFQs, multimodal logistics, and market intelligence
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and analytical skills with a process-driven mindset
- Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally when required
What's in it for you
This is a highly strategic international role where you will shape procurement strategies for global Integrated Logistics customers while working with transport providers across multiple markets. You will combine commercial negotiations, supplier development, leadership, and market intelligence to deliver innovative logistics solutions.
The role offers significant exposure to international customers, senior stakeholders, and global procurement initiatives while providing the opportunity to lead complex sourcing projects and contribute to the continued growth of Kuehne+Nagel's Integrated Logistics business.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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