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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.
This role is an integral element of the operational functionality: leading the team, prioritising workload,
decision making, knowing when to escalate and inform non-compliance, mitigate risk.
How you create impact
- Manage the day to day tasks, clearly setting priorities
- Assign resource to the daily workload and priorities
- Shop floor presence, with the ability to relocate employees as priorities change, adynamic approach with clear direction
- Carry out assigned tasks including: picking, packing, conditioning service andrepair, goods receipt, checking, loading & unloading of vehicles,
- Operate Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and carry out other assignedComputer based tasks as required
- Develop knowledge and skill base on relevant IT Systems
- Actively contribute towards continuous improvement projects and ideas
- Operate to trained work instructions e.g. ABC Modules/ WIs
- Adhere to company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy
- Comply with all instructed Safe Working Practices including the reporting of allaccidents and incidents within the workplace
What we would like you to bring
- Experience of working to agreed targets
- PC literate
- MHE licence (where applicable)
- Understanding of the wider operational practices
- Ability to work at all levels, with clear communication skills
- Confident at presenting clear direction to the team
- Reliable and committed to leading the team
- Good Communication skills and overall behavioural conduct as detailed in line with KN
- Code of Conduct
- Demonstrate best practice
- Ability to achieve a high level of accuracy
- High attention to detail
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
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
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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