Process Specialist FL-OY

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider seeks a Contract Logistics Specialist to manage end-to-end warehouse operations in Southampton. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensure operational efficiency, and maintain strong communication with customers. A Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field is required, along with 0–3 years of relevant experience and analytical skills. Join us for a rewarding role in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Superb training opportunities

Great working environment

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
• Experience in customer-facing roles.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting performance data.
• Proficiency in digital tools for tracking and reporting.
• A minimum of 5 years of continuous residency in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for material flow.
• Review and update procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets weekly.
• Analyze performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure clear communication with customers.
• Oversee compliance with operational standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

It’s much more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehouse operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you’ll not only contribute to your team’s success but also to the daily operations and overall success of the warehouse and distribution centers. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for daily lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

A great opportunity to join the Kuehne+Nagel team at Middle Wallop (Army Aviation Centre, Middle Wallop, Stockbridge).

How you create impact

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for material flow within the Kuehne+Nagel contract.
• Regularly review and update procedures and process flows to ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain and update tracking spreadsheets weekly to monitor project progress for both customer and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze performance data and trends to identify areas for operational improvement.
• Ensure clear and timely communication with the customer, including addressing non-conformities and aligning daily workload planning with customer priorities.
• Oversee compliance and operational standards, including MoD regulations, health and safety policies, and warehouse batch control systems.
• Support staff development and training, monitor training needs, and assist with additional tasks as directed by the operations manager.

What we would like you to bring

• 0–3 years of professional experience, preferably in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
• Experience in customer-facing roles with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting performance data and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets and digital tools for tracking and reporting.
• A minimum of 5 years of continuous residency in the UK is required to comply with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) security clearance process.

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.

Who we are

Logistics shapes our everyday lives – from the products we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in people’s lives around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to drive the world forward, we offer a safe and stable environment where your career can truly make a difference. Whether it's helping deliver life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transport solutions, or supporting our local communities, your career will contribute to much more than you can imagine.