It's more than a job In an administrative role at Kuehne+Nagel, tasks such as managing office operations or coordinating schedules certainly contribute to your team's success, but they also provide meaningful moments for people around the world.
Because your attention to detail supports your colleagues to perform at their best, such as ensuring the timely and seamless transport of hearing aids and advanced medical devices that change lives.
At Kuehne+Nagel, our work contributes to more than we imagine.
Your primary objective will be to lead your team in collaboration with our global + regional matrix organisation to achieve all agreed financial + operational objectives, working with a variety of internal + external stakeholders.
You will oversee + manage business activities to achieve our business goals, to position us as the provider of choice, increasing our market share + exploring untapped territories.
How you create impact To develop new business opportunities, including tender analysis, solution design, + pricing, engaging your specialist + operational teams to deliver in accordance with agreed customer service levels + within our financial targets.
To monitor market trends + competitor activity, identifying opportunities while developing + nurturing our carrier base.
To deliver operational excellence across the business unit, continuously optimizing operations by implementing standard processes + best practices.
To be actively involved in motivating + leading the team across a range of people related activities.
To liaise with customers, managing feedback in a manner that provides explanations, puts the customer at ease + demonstrates that the right corrective actions are put in place to prevent a reoccurrence.
What we would like you to bring Lead and manage national road logistics operations in line with company strategy Increase turnover and profit margin through effective business development Direct and control sales activities for road logistics Develop and implement product strategies to expand market share Ensure high service quality and customer satisfaction Negotiate contracts and rates with customers and partners Collaborate with regional and global teams to align with corporate strategy Provide strategic direction to the road logistics team Coach and develop staff to build strong leadership pipelines Foster a performance-driven culture with accountability and results orientation Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive deals Commercial ownership of P L for road logistics business Identify growth opportunities and drive market penetration Develop customized logistics solutions for key customers Proven track record in road logistics or freight forwarding Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to manage complex operations across multiple stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Customer-focused mindset with ability to build long-term partnerships What's in it for you At Kuehne+Nagel Australia, we motivate people to achieve extraordinary experiences.
That's why we're committed to creating a workplace that's rewarding, supportive, and full of opportunity so you can thrive, grow, and imagine more than a career in logistics.
What You Can Look Forward To: Competitive Remuneration: Great work deserves great reward Limitless Career Opportunities: Explore international options or broaden your experience across roles and departments Flexible Work Arrangements: Balance your career with life - we make it possibleInclusive Parental Leave: Gender-neutral and designed to support all parents and carers Corporate Employee Discount Program: Enjoy exclusive deals across categories with thousands of top vendors Novated Leasing: Flexible salary-packaging that can help everyone save and travel with easeJoin us and be part of a company where your ambitions are supported, your achievements celebrated, and your career can go anywhere.
Who are we 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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