National Project Logistics Control Tower Manager

Job title:

National Project Logistics Control Tower Manager

Company

Kuehne+Nagel

Job description

National Project Logistics Control Tower Manager | Calgary, Alberta | CA2124381Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, we are looking for a new National Project Logistics Control Tower Manager to join our Project Logistics team in Calgary, CanadaYOUR ROLEAs National Project Logistics Manager you are accountable for delivering strategic and complex logistics projects safely, on time and within the budget. You will also oversee cost improvements and operational efficiencies, from planning to delivery including design and execution, which is the keystone in the Project Logistics Control Tower in Canada. You will focus on industries such as oil&gas, mining/metals, energy/renewables and industrial accounts in the assigned region as well as large scale engineering procurement construction (EPC) projects.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading the project logistics operations team and their day-to-day activities
• Responsible to hire, manage staff, mentor staff and develop KPI (Key Performance Indicators) metrics
• Develop detailed project charters and plans (goals, objectives, strategy, scope, budget, scheduling, risk mitigation strategies, contingency plans, approach, requirements, deliverables, timelines and training needs)
• Establish communication plans and conduct regularly scheduled briefings regarding status, issues, and challenges with customers, subcontractors and other relevant stakeholders for all projects
• Consistent understanding of customer expectations relative to safety requirements, operational solutions, timelines, costs and results (customer retention target)
• Ensure knowledge of industry best practices to recommend strategic directions and benefits for both Kuehne+Nagel and customer operations
• Leverage best practice solutions and process improvements from across the global business to continuously deliver value to customer’s dynamic supply chains
• Responsible for Project Logistics administration, such as but not limited to FSL (monthly file closing), rolling forecast accounts receivables and accounts payables
• Data entry and invoicing of operational files in Kuehne+Nagel systems.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s degree in business, transportation, logistics, supply chain management, engineering or a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience working in the Project Logistics environment
• Strong leadership, project management & customer service experience
• Proven experience in mining, oil&gas, renewables and energy infrastructure projects
• Excellent interpersonal, mentoring, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills required

GOOD REASON TO JOINThere 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. #LI-ONSITEABOUT KUEHNE+NAGELWith over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies.CONTACTCanada Talent Acquisition
USA.Talent.Acquisition@Kuehne-Nagel.com

Expected salary

Location

Calgary, AB

Job date

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 23:50:28 GMT

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