The Area Contract Logistics Manager will oversee the strategic and operational aspects of the contract logistics division. This role is responsible for driving business growth, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining strong client relationships. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work really contributes to more than we realize.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of logistics and supply chain management, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing large-scale logistics operations. We will equip you with the best tools in the industry to grow and develop to a level that will exceed your expectations and help you reach your career goals
Operational Management
- Lead and optimize all client supply chain operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and high‑quality service delivery.
- Oversee productivity, quality, and safety standards in alignment with company and customer requirements.
- Ensure operational excellence through KPI achievement, target setting, and a strong culture of Safety and Quality.
Leadership
- Provide strategic direction, development, and coaching to leadership teams.
- Foster an innovative, inclusive, and performance‑driven culture.
- Hold leaders accountable for operational and financial results.
Financial Oversight
- Manage full U.S. P&L, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
- Maximize client profitability across existing operations.
Strategic Growth
- Drive organic account growth by identifying and implementing value‑add opportunities.
- Support acquisition of new business and new logos.
- Implement automation strategies for key clients and teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- 10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain, logistics, distribution, or operations.
- Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site operations.
- Demonstrated success with P&L ownership, budgeting, and financial performance management.
- Strong track record of achieving and improving KPI performance, quality, and safety standards.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams, including senior-level leaders.
- Background in client relationship management and supporting organic and new business growth.
- Experience implementing automation, process improvement, and technology-driven operational enhancements.
There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.
If you require accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Logistics shapes our daily lives – from the goods we consume, to the healthcare we need. At Kuehne+Nagel, your day-to-day work goes beyond logistics; It accompanies the small and big moments of everyone around the world.
As a global leader with a strong structure and a forward-looking vision, we offer a safe and stable environment where your career can make a real impact. Whether we're helping deliver life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transportation solutions, or supporting local charities, your career will contribute to much more than you imagine.
