It's more than a job When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at KuehneNagel, 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 KuehneNagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. ? Are you a strategic operations leader ready to drive national performance in road logistics? We're looking for a National Operations Director to lead profitable growth across FTL, LTL and groupage operations nationwide. In this role, you will define and execute the operational strategy, ensuring high service quality, productivity improvements and a strong carrier management approach.Working closely with sales and key stakeholders, you will enable business growth whilst maintaining operational excellence. As a key member of the Road Logistics leadership team, you will contribute to strategy, performance and continuous improvement across the UK. How you create impact Develop and deliver the national operations strategy aligned with commercial objectives. Drive the achievement of financial and performance targets, service quality, compliance and customer satisfaction. Lead process improvements and increase productivity across all operational functions. Define and manage an effective carrier strategy with subcontractors and partners. Support sales in enabling new business opportunities. Build and leverage a strong European network to support UK growth. Contribute to business unit strategy as part of the leadership team. Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. What we would like you to bring Extensive experience in road logistics (FTL, LTL and groupage) with a strong operational focus. Proven leadership experience in a national, multi-site environment. Demonstrable experience operating at a senior leadership level within road logistics, including exposure to European networks. Strong knowledge of carrier management and groupage networks. Experience driving operational efficiency and process improvement initiatives. Familiarity with TMS and MS Office tools. Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills, with a hands-on approach. An international mindset and the ability to operate beyond a purely domestic scope. What's in it for you Join KuehneNagel in a high-impact leadership role where you will shape national operations, drive performance and strengthen our position in a fast-paced, international logistics environment. Who we are Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At KuehneNagel, 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.