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. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine. The site Facilitator is the key representative of Continuous Improvement culture that every site needs to embrace, acting as a coach and project leader to improve operational efficiency.
How you create impact
* Support and co-implement 5S, visual management, work instructions and other Production System standards
* Deliver Production system, White Belt & Yellow Belt training
* Coach and mentor all White Belt & Yellow Belt through to certification
* Support training of 5S audit requirements
* Support and co-facilitate DDVSA events and other lean events (Kaizen/VSM, etc.)
* Implement idea management (Suggestion Management)
* Support daily performance management and project follow-up
* Support identification and development of metrics for SQCDEP boards
* Facilitate site teams delivering Production System targets
* Update CI tracker in line with key target dates
* Monitor and feedback to operation where board usage/performance drops below required standard
* Make business case for innovations
* Take actions to upgrade site excellence levels
* Drive and support productivity measures across the business
* Monitor Visual Management standards across site
* Contribute to client presentations
What we would like you to bring
* Experience of working to agreed targets and understanding of KPIs
* Driving and managing change
* Experience of Business Improvement Techniques (Continuous Improvements)
* Understanding and completion of 5S activities
* Ability to apply Production System framework to day-to-day activities on site
* Health and safety reporting and identifying unsafe conditions
* Delivery of training material, face to face and online
* Ability to work individually or as part of a team
* Strong attention to detail and problem solving
* Good communication and organisation skills
* People focus; empathy, engagement
* Ability to provide direction and guidance to colleagues
What's in it for you
As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. 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
* Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discount on high‑street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more)
* Refer a friend scheme
Health Cash plans will also be available to you. The easy‑to‑use plan provides you with a range of valuable cash benefits and services and gives you money back towards the cost of your routine healthcare, up to set limits, helping you to budget for essential health costs such as optical, dental and therapy treatments.
As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a force‑friendly employer who recognises the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.
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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