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Road Logistics Operations Specialist

Kuehne+Nagel

Road Logistics Operations Specialist

Kuehne+Nagel

Shannon, Ireland

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On-site

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Full-time

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1mo ago

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.

Challenge your talent and come onboard to live an extraordinary experience. Are you ready to ignite the future of logistics together? We are looking for a highly motivated Road Logistics Operations Specialist to join us in Shannon. The role requires a team player to become a key member of the Road Logistics Team. You will work within the team, but also on your own initiative, communications and solutions need to be provided in a timely, efficient manner to end customers.   

How you create impact

  • Day to day operations in a busy office environment to include dealing with customers, customs clearance, billing, status updates and any additional reports and administration duties 
  • Trailer Planning, transport and distribution within Ireland and Europe
  • Be aware of the importance of following Good Distribution Practice (GDP) for Pharma products and following all the SOPs concerned with the products
  • Delivery, collection scheduling and dealing with carriers, hauliers and third parties
  • Build and develop good relationships with both existing and potential customers to ensure business retention and growth
  • Liaise with UK and EU partners to ensure the department is proactive in providing a quality operational performance
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the role to ensure full ownership
  • Deal with all customer phone sales and customer queries 

What we would like you to bring

  • Experience in Road Logistics with strong customer‑service skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to escalate internally in a correct manner. 
  • Strong written communication skills are crucial
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). 

What's in it for you

A career path at Kuehne+Nagel Ireland is fast-paced and exciting, with opportunities for growth and learning; internal advancement is encouraged throughout the organisation. We are a Great Place to Work for the 11th consecutive year, reflecting the culture amongst our amazing teams who strive to go above and beyond every day. We pride ourselves on Diversity & Inclusion. We love to reward our employees even more and below are some of our excellent offerings in our generous Benefits package: Annual Salary review Bonus/Profit Share Generous Annual Leave allowances – including additional Birthday & Wellness day Additional Service Days Paid Sick Leave Company Pension Healthcare plan Bike to work scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme Financial Advisory initiatives Paid Family leaves Recognition Awards Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing support

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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About Kuehne+Nagel

Kuehne+Nagel

Kuehne + Nagel International AG is a global transport and logistics company based in Schindellegi, Switzerland. Its main owner and operator is Klaus-Michael Kühne via his Kühne Holding and Kühne Foundation. The company was founded in 1890 in Bremen, Germany.

10,001+

Employees

Schindellegi

Headquarters

Reviews

3.1

5 reviews

Work Life Balance

2.0

Compensation

3.5

Culture

2.5

Career

2.0

Management

2.0

Pros

Competitive salary and benefits

Good workplace community

Employee engagement activities

Cons

Poor management and leadership

Mandatory overtime affecting work-life balance

Disorganized operations

Salary Ranges

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Junior/L3

Intern

Junior/L3 · Project Manager

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$76,500

total / year

Base

-

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$65,025

$87,975

Interview Experience

44 interviews

Difficulty

3.2

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

38%

Experience

Positive 69%

Neutral 20%

Negative 11%

Interview Process

1

Phone Screen

2

Technical Interview

3

Hiring Manager

4

Team Fit

Common Questions

Technical skills

Past experience

Team collaboration

Problem solving