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.
You will be part of our Road Logistics team, adding your leadership expertise + skills to the delivery of Customer + Technology Transformation + Talent development.
How you create impact
Your primary objective will be to lead your team in collaboration with our national matrix organisation to achieve all agreed financial + operational objectives, working with a variety of internal + external stakeholders.
You will oversee + manage business activities to achieve our business goals, to position us as the provider of choice, increasing our market share.
- To develop new business opportunities, including tender analysis, solution design, + pricing, engaging your specialist + operational teams to deliver in accordance with agreed customer service levels + within our financial targets.
- To identify opportunities while developing + nurturing our vendor base.
- To deliver operational excellence across the business unit, continuously optimizing operations by implementing standard processes + best practices.
- To be actively involved in motivating + leading the team across a range of people related activities.
- To liaise with customers, managing feedback in a manner that provides explanations, puts the customer at ease + demonstrates that the right corrective actions are put in place to prevent a reoccurrence
What we would like you to bring
- Minimum 7–10 years of experience related in transportation operations, transport management, transport control, or similar functions within the freight forwarding industry.
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Strong background in transport operations, customer engagement, and strategic leadership, covering daily execution, issue resolution, and process and people development.
- Demonstrated capability in managing end‑to‑end transport activities within a dynamic, high‑volume environment.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and customer‑handling skills.
- Industry fit: Freight forwarding background is ideal.
What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel, you’ll be part of a global logistics leader that believes in creating real impact—on business, on customers, and on careers. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Global Exposure: Step into a world of international opportunities with a presence in 100+ countries.
- People-Centric Culture: Join a team where your voice matters and people genuinely care.
- Learning & Development: Grow with us personally and professionally through world-class training and career pathways.
- Innovation & Sustainability: Be part of a future-focused company driving real change in logistics and the planet.
- Rewards & Recognition: Get rewarded for your passion, performance, and potential.
- Stability with Agility: Enjoy the best of both worlds a trusted global brand with a startup spirit.
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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