Operations Manager - Contract Logistics
Key Skills
Job Description
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. For our warehouse in Veghel, of approximately 25 employees, we are looking for an Operations Manager who enjoys being close to the shop floor and plays a key role in strengthening operational performance and continuous improvement. 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 responsible for first line support to our regional companies and efficiently resolving all requests and queries. Together with the team, you will build improvement possibilities in order to offer the best quality and efficiency in the service provided. How you create impact We’re looking for motivated individuals for entry-level positions where you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow in one of the following sectors – road logistics, sea logistics, air logistics, finance and sales&marketing department, and many more. Whether you're looking to start your career or explore new challenges, this is a chance to build a strong foundation in a dynamic industry. You will learn more about your responsibilities when you enter the selection process. What we would like you to bring Excellent knowledge of the English language Knowledge of additional languages like German, French etc. is a plus PC literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet) Minimum high school diploma Ability to follow defined processes and procedures Customer service orientation Abillity to work in a team This is a general application used to build a candidate pool. You will be contacted directly once a suitable position becomes available. What's in it for you Joining Kuehne+Nagel you will become a part of a company with a clear vision, established footprint and heritage where we can provide safe and stable environment. We offer personalized development plans, continuous training and learning opportunities, clear paths for internal advancement and strong support for employee well-being, all within a hybrid work environment. With us you will experience a diverse culture characterized by a global network, an entrepreneurial mindset, high customer focus and performance. At kuehne+Nagel you can shape your own career and discover your potential - be it in your current role, exploring international opportunities, or even across departments. We provide freedom to develop ideas and solutions that create impact for our people and our customers. Join us to advance your career and apply today! 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.
Core Responsibilities
Manage operations at the Veghel warehouse, leading a team of approximately 25 employees while staying close to day-to-day shop-floor activities. Strengthen operational performance and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
The posting does not specify role-specific qualifications or years of experience for the Operations Manager position. It includes general candidate-pool requirements such as English proficiency, computer literacy, a minimum high school diploma, following processes, customer service orientation, and teamwork.
Benefits
- Personalized Development Plans
- Continuous Training and Learning Opportunities
- Internal Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Well-Being Support
- Hybrid Work Environment
About Kuehne+Nagel
Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Logistics connects the world. We explore what moves it. At Kuehne+Nagel, we support the flow of goods that drives global trade. We move goods around the world and manage what happens before and after the journey, from storage and fulfilment to delivery. Together, these services keep supply chains working across borders. Here, we explore the developments shaping logistics and global trade, from technology and resilience to the changing needs of industries. Follow us for stories from Kuehne+Nagel and The Logistics Moment, our series looking at the wider world of logistics.