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Contract Logistics Operations Manager

Lensa
Cranbury, NJ Intern
POSTED ON 3/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2026
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It's more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.



  • At Kuehne Nagel, we nurture a culture of performance and recognition, and we have many career growth opportunities. If you are looking for career development or simply a wonderful place to be, consider joining us as an Operations Manager at our distribution center in Cranbury, New Jersey.

    You will lead a team and have overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, staffing, safety, and performance of your area. We will count on your successful record of accomplishment in leadership and knowledge of warehouse equipment, applications, WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), and MHE (Material Handling Equipment) to ensure a positive, engaged workforce and to keep our operations running smoothly. The right candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset and a tendency towards 5S in the workplace.

    How You Create Impact

    Ensure new hires are thoroughly trained, and ongoing training is provided to all employees to ensure their continued success

    Support leadership and Human Resources to ensure DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs are embraced and valued

    Oversee associates, manage work schedules, and ensure attendance is accurately recorded

    Maintain employee awareness and compliance with QSHE (Quality, Safety & Health, Environment)

    Provide reporting and take part in weekly and monthly business reviews

    Analyze process improvements and rollout of the agreed next steps

    Establishes a clear communication channel between our internal and external stakeholders

    Make recommendations to improve operations using continuous improvement techniques, drive cost-saving initiatives, and track savings

    Participate in or lead BRMs (Business Review Meetings) and QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews); provide and present KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to customer and business stakeholders

    Meet with customer and key customer contacts to achieve mutually defined goals

    Complete advanced and complicated tasks requiring considerable judgment, problem resolution, and independent analysis

    What We Would Like You To Bring

    Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

    5 years of warehousing experience

    3 years of leadership experience in a distribution environment

    1 years of experience with leading and implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and Continuous Improvement

    Knowledge of various production and quality systems

    Proficient in Word, Excel (maintain complex spreadsheets), and PowerPoint

    What's In It For You

    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 a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.

    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.

    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.

    At 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. The target salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $90,000. Base salary 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.

    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 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.

    If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

    Salary : $85,000 - $90,000

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