What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Logistics Administration Specialist position at Kuehne Nagel?
It's more than a job
We are looking for an on-site Contract Logistics Administration Specialist who is highly organized with excellent interpersonal skills to be an integral part of site administrative functions. If you have experience with purchasing, handling visitors, and general financial administrative skills such as accounts payable, reporting, and invoicing, consider joining us at our distribution site in Brownsburg, IN.
As the primary contact for the front office, we will count on your positive, can-do attitude and ability to handle multiple conflicting priorities while meeting tight deadlines. You will handle invoicing, accounts payable, purchase orders (PO), provide support for month-end financials, and assist with financial reporting. You will also provide general administrative support, such as event planning.
How you create impact
There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer great compensation and medical/dental benefits packages, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.
Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel
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.
We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel.
We are looking for an on-site Contract Logistics Administration Specialist who is highly organized with excellent interpersonal skills to be an integral part of site administrative functions. If you have experience with purchasing, handling visitors, and general financial administrative skills such as accounts payable, reporting, and invoicing, consider joining us at our distribution site in Brownsburg, IN.
As the primary contact for the front office, we will count on your positive, can-do attitude and ability to handle multiple conflicting priorities while meeting tight deadlines. You will handle invoicing, accounts payable, purchase orders (PO), provide support for month-end financials, and assist with financial reporting. You will also provide general administrative support, such as event planning.
How you create impact
- Handle purchasing for office and general supplies to ensure proper inventories are available
- Facilitate and manage working capital optimization through the improvement of AR, AP, and billing KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
- Serve as a partner to business and functional units to support, train, and identify opportunities for improvement of profitability, productivity, processes, and risk mitigation
- Ensure timeliness and accuracy in financial reporting and maintenance of internal controls
- Work closely with the revenue protection team to analyze profit margin development per business unit and customer
- Prepare investment and business investment applications for lease commitments, capital expenditure, and other special projects
- Assist with planning meetings and events such as ordering lunches, organizing invites, and collaborating with internal and external customers
- Embrace and model a culture of belonging in a diverse workforce where all associates feel safe, valued, and included
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- High school diploma or eaquivalent
- 2 years of experience in a warehousing or distribution environment
- 2 years of experience in accounts receivable/payable, revenue recognition, and forecasting
- 1 years of office administrative experience
- Working knowledge of related systems such as SAP/ERP
- Experience analyzing financial KPIs, trends, and implementing corrective measures
- A degree in business or finance is a plus
There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer great compensation and medical/dental benefits packages, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.
Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel
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.
We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel.