Logistics Manager

It's more than a job As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. At Kuehne+Nagel, we are shaping the future of global supply chains. As a National / Area Air Logistics Warehouse Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in overseeing air cargo warehouse and distribution operations across the region. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance and safety, developing high-performing teams, and delivering outstanding service to customers in a dynamic, fast‑paced logistics environment. This position offers the opportunity to lead large-scale warehouse operations while partnering with cross‑functional teams to optimize performance, improve efficiency, and support strategic business growth. How you create impact As the National / Area Air Logistics Warehouse Manager, you will provide leadership and direction for air logistics warehouse operations, ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient movement of cargo while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Your Responsibilities Lead and oversee all air logistics warehouse and distribution operations within the assigned area or country. Ensure adherence to company procedures, service standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations. Develop, coach, and mentor warehouse leaders and operational teams to achieve performance goals. Drive operational efficiency through workforce planning, productivity improvements, and optimized resource utilization. Maintain inventory accuracy, system integrity, and efficient cargo flow throughout warehouse operations. Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery and operational performance. Manage operational KPIs related to productivity, quality, cost control, customer service, and compliance. Partner closely with Gateway, OCC, Customs, Transportation, and cross‑functional business teams to ensure seamless execution. Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, aviation, and industry requirements, including applicable certifications and licenses. Lead warehouse expansions, relocations, facility improvements, and business implementation projects as required. Support sustainability initiatives, customer audits, and strategic growth opportunities. What we would like you to bring 5-10 years of experience in air logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, or supply chain operations. Proven success leading warehouse operations and managing direct and virtual teams across multiple locations. Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems, inventory control, operational reporting, and air cargo warehouse processes. Solid understanding of safety, security, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements. Experience driving process improvement initiatives, operational excellence, productivity gains, and cost management programs. Strong analytical, strategic planning, budgeting, and project management capabilities. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, customer service, and problem‑solving skills. Data‑driven mindset with the ability to prioritize, adapt, and lead effectively in a fast‑paced environment. A collaborative and inspiring leader who develops high‑performing teams and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Customer‑focused with a passion for operational excellence and delivering exceptional service. Resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading under pressure in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in the local language and working knowledge of English. What's in it for you At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. 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. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in specific process [e.g., screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers. 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. We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr