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 joining our Operational Care Team to add your expertise + skills to the delivery of Operational Excellence.
How you create impact
You will be enabling transport activities by executing bookings, entering orders + generating all required export documentation while liaising with our Customer Care Specialists to ensure all requirements are met (in a timely and efficient manner). As always, these activities are in line with all relevant governance + regulatory requirements.
- To create/complete shipment details in our internal transport management system, coordinate with all involved stakeholders + organize transport based on the customer promise, obtain DG approvals where required, escalating discrepancies as required.
- To monitor + report on operational performance of carriers + other vendors as well as ensuring strong data quality is available for timely + accurate customer reporting.
- To create files for consolidation containers (Master).
- To review + ensure alignment of shipping instructions including clarifying any deviations/conflicts while taking country regulations, export compliance, rate + routing information into consideration.
- To issue + accurately submit/issue all required documentation (issue BAL specimen, carrier OBL instructions, VGM and security filings, sales invoices) within 24 hours of departure.
- To ensure departure confirmations (or deviations v. scheduled) are shared with CCLs.
- To release BAL B/L as per Financial Guidelines + working instructions.
- To ensure cost awareness + efficiency through timely, accurate cost/revenue updates including profit maximization by providing cost awareness to the CCLs.
- To check + verify incoming supplier invoices, including initiating + resolving any rate discrepancies.
- To support and resolve claims + disputes.
What we would like you to bring
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in Sea Logistics or a similar position.
- Strong understanding of import/export operations and booking processes.
- Prior experience working with local carriers is preferred.
- Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
- Strong communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, time management skills.
- Team-oriented mindset with flexibility to work overtime and manage high-pressure situations, especially during peak seasons.
What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel, you'll be part of a global logistics leader that believes in creating real impacton 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 uspersonally and professionallythrough 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 worldsa 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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