It's more than a job
When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
As the GS Sea Logistics Manager, you will lead the Sea Logistics organization within KN Global Services Belgrade and drive the implementation of the global Sea Logistics blueprint. You will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence, strong financial performance, and consistent customer‑focused service delivery across all Sea Logistics teams.
How you create impact
- Lead and develop the Sea Logistics organization, setting the tone for high performance and collaboration
- Own the full Sea Logistics P&L (Sea‑Hosted, Sea‑Managed, Sea‑Support) in line with transfer pricing guidelines
- Partner closely with GS Belgrade leadership and the Global Process Owner (GPO) to drive standardization and continuous improvement
- Ensure high standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance with global workflows, as well as the successful implementation of build‑up plans
- Strengthen leadership capabilities, ensure succession planning, and foster a diverse and inclusive team culture
- Oversee monthly KPI performance, operational excellence, documentation standards, and ISO compliance
- Support automation initiatives and actively share best practices across global Sea Logistics network
What we would like you to bring
- University degree; a background in freight forwarding is an advantage
- Strong planning, organizational and change management skills
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with demonstrated leadership capability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Solid expertise in sea freight and forwarding operations
- Strong communication skills, commercial mindset and performance-driven approach
- Proven experience in transformation initiatives and managing change
- High attention to detail, with strong time management and decision‑making skills
- Fluency in English
- Project management experience and international exposure are considered a plus
- Leadership experience within the Sea Logistics BU is strongly preferred
What's in it for you
Joining Kuehne+Nagel you will become a part of a company with a clear vision, established footprint and heritage where we can provide safe and stable environment.
We offer personalized development plans, continuous training and learning opportunities, clear paths for internal advancement and strong support for employee well-being, all within a hybrid work environment. With us you will experience a diverse culture characterized by a global network, an entrepreneurial mindset, high customer focus and performance.
At Kuehne+Nagel you can shape your own career and discover your potential - be it in your current role, exploring international opportunities, or even across departments.
We provide freedom to develop ideas and solutions that create impact for our people and our customers.
Join us to advance your career and apply today!
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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