Logistics Operations Manager

Kuehne+Nagel • Southaven, MS • 21h ago

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.

The Operations Manager will help develop and direct programs to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of the facility and equipment.

How you create impact

Plan and oversee all distribution operations (receiving, storage, sequencing, delivery, maintenance, and administration) to meet customer requirements efficiently.

Forecast and plan long-term labor needs based on production and management input.

Collaborate with the General Manager, supervisors, and customers to set goals, improve operations, and align on forecasts and production plans.

Develop and maintain facility layout, space utilization, and product locator systems to optimize cost and service performance.

Direct supervisory staff and establish procedures to ensure efficient, safe operations and proper use of equipment and facilities.

Ensure accurate inventory control, timely order fulfillment, reporting, and smooth product flow into and through the facility.

What we would like you to bring

5+ years of management experience in a fast-paced warehouse or production logistics environment.

Education: High School diploma or technical degree required; Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or related field preferred.

Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated experience with WMS systems, automated warehouse environments, and strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite and material handling equipment.

Leadership & Performance: Proven track record leading teams, prioritizing work, managing multiple tasks, and delivering results in high-pressure environments.

Communication & Problem Solving: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused mindset and ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve operational challenges.

Operational Excellence Mindset: Highly organized and methodical with a continuous improvement approach, including experience or alignment with 5S principles and maintaining professional workplace standards.

What's in it for you

Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-On-Site

Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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.

Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.

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