Company description: Khne Nagel (AG & Co.) KG Job description: Challenge your talent and come onboard to live an extraordinary experience. Are you ready to ignite the future of logistics together? Join us as a National Air Logistics Gateway & Procurement and Carrier Manager. You will be responsible to develop the carrierportfolio, establish regular carrier business reviews and drive procurement programs designed to enhance KuehneNagel's competitiveness and profitability. In Addition, you will be responsible to manage the current gateway within the respective national and identify new gateway set ups if deemed beneficial for the company How you create impact Leading the National Gateway and Procurement team and in accordance with the Global Gateway framework by GA-X team. Ensure operational excellence and development focus through-out the involved teams. Establish and monitor KPIs for the Gateway (s) in accordance with the corporate framework provided by GA-X team. Manage and own the Gateway P/L and implement necessary measures to control costs and meet overall targets. Evaluate, propose, and implement strategy for possible new Import and Export Gateways including virtual solutions without KN staff physically on-site Review the current Gateway network and operations and make recommendations that would enhance/streamline our operations in line with the Global Gateway standard Assess line haul programs feeding/de-feeding the Gateways to look for areas of alignment and leverage that will drive for faster transit times and cost benefits Develop effective means to support business growth, through involvement in RFQs, frequent exchange with the Dand Sales community, participation in customer meetings as required to support discussion about capacity management, routings, etc. Build and maintain long-term relationships with our airline partners and with the GSA community and scout and develop new ones Negotiate with and select carriers based on demand, rate, capacity, and service quality What we would like you to bring Extraordinary leadership skills Excellent negotiation skills Strong decision making capabilities and high accountability; ability and willingness to decide on the basis of agreed criteria and to make decisions also in difficult situations Ability to recognize industry and market trends and developments and to translate them into profitable business opportunities In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms What's in it for you If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that youre rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing center. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance program providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognize the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organization.Company Car: Enjoy a hassle-free commute with a company car. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop. 26 days holidays plus bank holidays 2 volunteering days per year 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme A tailored personal development and training programme. Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best. We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Childcare Vouchers Cycle to work scheme Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more) Refer a friend scheme As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation