Kuehne Nagel Hiring for Project Logistics Operational Care Specialist Job at Houston, TX Full Time

Thinking about improving your career development and your professional growth? We invite you to join one of the most successful international logistics organizations here at Kuehne+Nagel. Our Houston branch is looking for a new Operational Care Specialist to join their Project Logistics team.

Your Role

A specialist in Project Logistics with knowledge of how to move ODC/OOG or Special Cargo – which means understanding how to organise the transport (either through a local haulier or via the respective chartering desk), safely load/unload cargo, when to involve KNPL Transport Engineering (as per working instructions) and keep the CCL informed all the way. Update all required systems in a timely and accurate manner. Build and maintain a strong relationship with suppliers (e.g. hauliers, heavy lift). Ensure HSE is at the forefront of all work.

Your Responsibilities

• Pro-active engagement with customer care, hubs, chartering desks, transport engineering and suppliers.
• Provide competitive rates for OOG/ODC/Special Cargo moves to the respective CCL in a timely manner.
• Execute business in line with rates given.
• Ensure all systems (OGS/SALOG) are kept up to date in a timely manner.
• Work and make sure all suppliers work within HSE guidelines and Working Instrcutcions particularily for cargo loading/unloading and moving.
• Work with customer care to ensure smooth onboarding of clients and to deal with any complaints/queries.
• Monitor operational performance of all suppliers (including HSE compliance) and escalate to management if there are issues.

Your Skills and Experiences

• 0 – 2 years of Project Logistics Experience.
• 0 – 2 years of Energy Experience.
• 0 – 2 years of Sea Logistics Experience.
• 0 – 2 years of Special Cargo Handing Experience.
• Fluent oral and written communicator with strong presentation skills.
• Proven problem solver and Financial Acumen.
• Collaborative and open personailty to bring teams together to provide customer excellence
• Analytical and planning and Team Player.

Good Reasons to Join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment. Kuehne+Nagel’s general working model is four (4) days office and one (1) day remote. However, some positions may offer a different hybrid model depending on the job location, function, etc. The working schedule specific details will be discussed in your job interview. Kuehne+Nagel reserves the right to change or adjust the working model policy.