Contract Logistics IT Systems Lead Engineer

It's more than a job

As an IT Systems lead engineer you are a driving force for the design of the solution and you are a recognized subject matter expert in your area of expertise. You will be working with, and coordinating internal + external stakeholders, as well as the customer while focusing on an end to end successful delivery of the project. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

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You will be working with, and coordinating internal + external stakeholders, as well as the customer while focusing on an end to end successful delivery of the project. You will also be a key person to develop together with the team new IT standards, tool and solutions for the customer in the vertical and continent. You are also a go-to-expert and trainer for consultation of other projects in the continent relating IT.

How you create impact

Own E2E Delivery Accountability - Lead technical strategy from tender and pre-sales through solution design, shaping scalable architectures, automation concepts, cost models, and risk-aware delivery roadmaps for complex logistics environments.

Drive Flawless Execution - Be accountable for build, integration, testing, performance assurance, data readiness, and seamless cutover-ensuring stable, resilient platforms and rapid post-go-live stabilization.

Enable Operational Excellence - Ensure production readiness with strong runbooks, knowledge transfer, and L3 support, while proactively driving problem management across mission-critical supply chain systems.

Scale Through Standardization & Governance - Establish reusable reference architectures, IaC/config baselines, and quality gates, while coaching global teams to deliver consistent, enterprise-grade outcomes.

What we would like you to bring

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience

Master's degree preferred

2-5 years of IT project management experience within complex operational environments 5-10 years of experience in Contract Logistics, with exposure to fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), Healthcare, or Pharmaceutical industries 2-5 years of international experience and at least 2 years contributing to Solution Design projects

Proven leadership capability, including 1-2 years of direct or indirect people leadership and experience leading at least two complex projects while supervising and coaching cross-functional teams

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship

What's in it for you

Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-Hybrid

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This posotion relates to an available role and not a future talent pool.

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.

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: [email protected] with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.