General Manager

It's More Than A Job As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you're leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers' products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. The right candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset and a tendency toward 5S in the workplace. You will have oversight of the facility and ensure the full and efficient operation of the site. Your key responsibilities will include the overall planning, staffing, balancing workloads to achieve production and delivery goals, budgeting, P&Ls, tracking metrics and analyzing data to optimize operations, and keeping a strong, secure relationship with our customer. We will count on your years of experience in distribution management, succession planning, and building bench strength. The right candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset and a tendency towards 5S in the workplace. How You Create Impact Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize quality and productivity Continuously improve effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivational work environment, and implementing innovative changes Ensure the development of systems and procedures to manage physical facilities, equipment, and products profitably Conduct operations in compliance with OSHA regulations Assist in the establishment of customer service standards for all accounts; communicate expectations and ensure alignment with all personnel Regularly communicate with customers, respond quickly to inquiries, and provide prompt solutions in a mutually beneficial manner Adhere to company standards for excellence and quality in sanitation, maintenance, security, housekeeping, quality, and safety Drive a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion work together to create a sense of belonging and a stronger workforce Develop, implement, and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans Partner with HR to resolve internal staff conflicts; monitor and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures What We Would Like You To Bring Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 10+ years in 3PL warehousing in healthcare 5+ years of General Management or 10 - 15 years of Senior Management experience 2+ years of experience with leading and implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and Continuous Process Improvement Experience embracing/supporting DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs What's In It For You 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. #LI- Onsite 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. Individuals with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring 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.