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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.
• 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.