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Job Description

It's more than a job

When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.

The Air Logistics Warehouse Operations Executive is responsible for providing high-quality end-to-end operational services including customs clearance, cargo retrieval/handover, documentation and transport coordination to ensure that cargo is received and delivered in good condition within the agreed timeframe.

How you create impact

  • Monitor shipment status, manage end‑to‑end air logistics operations and ensure all service timelines are met
  • Handle customs clearance processes
  • Coordinate with GHA for cargo retrieval/handover including delivery order issuance, slot booking and customs inspection when applicable
  • Nominate customer/agent for direct collection at terminal when required
  • Arrange transportation and ensure timely cargo collection/delivery
  • Update shipment milestones and upload required documents in a timely manner
  • Prepare and control shipment documentation such as exit/entry forms, claim submissions and related paperwork
  • Handle discrepancies and deviations, including missing cargo, cargo damage reports and claims with proactive updates to stakeholders.
  • Report operational issues, disputes or discrepancies to supervisors, managers, divisional managers or branch managers in an immediate manner.

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What we would like you to bring

  • Proven experience in air logistics operations and AOG cargo.
  • Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures and air cargo handling.
  • Experience in leading teams or supervising operational functions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to operational accuracy.
  • Proficiency in shipment documentation and milestone management.
  • Valid driving licence.
  • Willingness to work in a shift‑based schedule.

What's in it for you

You will join a global industry leader in a dynamic airport‑based environment, working closely with international stakeholders and operational partners. The role offers strong opportunities for professional growth, exposure to complex logistics operations, involvement in process improvement initiatives, and a collaborative culture that values ownership, innovation, and continuous development, supported by competitive compensation and benefits.

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.

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About Company

Kuehne + Nagel International AG (or K&#252&#x3B;hne + Nagel) is a global transport and logistics company based in Schindellegi, Switzerland.It was founded in 1890, in Bremen, Germany, by August K&#252&#x3B;hne and Friedrich Nagel.It provides sea freight and airfreight forwarding, contract logistics, and overland businesses. In 2010, Kuehne + Nagel was the leading global freight forwarder, accounting for nearly 15% of the world's air and sea freight business by revenue, ahead of DHL Global Forwarding, DB Schenker Logistics, and Panalpina.As of 2017, it has more than 1,336 offices in 109 countries, with around 82,000 employees.

Job ID: 149307493