National Customer Onboarding Project Manager

Kuehne + Nagel - Logistics Business

Dallas, TX

Contract

Senior

21 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. You will contribute to the success of your team and the daily operations in warehouses and distribution centres, supporting activities such as storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores. Reporting to the National Customer Onboarding Manager, you will oversee project plans for new business startups and special projects, ensuring timely, within-budget completion that aligns with company and customer goals. Your role involves project planning, meeting facilitation, metrics analysis, risk and contract management, and supporting team members to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with overall objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Familiarize yourself with the client's business and daily warehouse operations to ensure a smooth transition to the Kuehne+Nagel startup.
Develop project plans and recommendations to support Kuehne+Nagel/Customer goals and lead implementation; report on the status of the project.
Develop partnerships with client management and maintain relationships.
Manage customer expectations and direct members of the respective project teams during each implementation phase.
Develop an escalation process to channel issues and concerns to the appropriate parties.
Ensure projects meet goals and deliverables by managing and documenting results, including scope, timeline, resource usage, and transition/training costs within budget.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
5+ years of management experience in a warehouse environment or as a Project Manager.
4+ years of Warehouse & Transportation Management Systems (WMS & TMS) experience.
Six Sigma Certification is a plus and an understanding of LEAN program methodologies is preferred.

Nice to Have

Six Sigma Certification.
Understanding of LEAN program methodologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, or equivalent.

Benefits & Perks

Great compensation and medical/dental benefits package.
Employee discounts.
Tuition reimbursement.
Excellent training programs.
A fun, and interesting global work environment.

Working at Kuehne + Nagel - Logistics Business

At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. We offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether delivering life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transportation solutions, or supporting local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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