It's more than a job
As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade.
The Project Director serves as the critical link between project teams and steering committee; reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes. The PD is leading person to the customer and ensures solution alignment between customer and internal teams.
How you create impact
o Coordinate project managers and their teams to ensure efficient and effective project execution.
o Able to articulate the project’s value, and in a position to encourage buy in with stakeholders including the customer
o Provide guidance and support to project managers, contractors, and other team members.
o Create and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
o Monitor resource allocation and optimize the use of shared resources across projects.
o Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery.
o Develop and implement alternative plans to address deviations from project timelines or budgets.
o Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
o Present project updates, milestones, and outcomes to Steering Committee
o Track and report on project milestones, including financial and programmatic progress.
o Use project management tools to generate real-time data and customizable reports.
o Oversee critical decision-making processes related to project budgets, resources, and governance.
What we would like you to bring
- Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience
- 5-10 years of Project management experience
- 2-5 years of Hyperscale experience
- 2-5 years International experience
- 7-10 years Leadership experience
- 7-10 years Contract Logisitics experience
- Travel minimum of 40%
For applicants in the United States: Individuals with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com
What's in it for you
Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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.