Sea Logistics Intermodal Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Birmingham is seeking a Sea Logistics Intermodal Specialist. The role involves planning and executing cost-effective deliveries and managing relationships with customers and suppliers. Candidates should have experience in transport planning and a strong knowledge of UK container transport operations. This position comes with benefits including a pension plan, discounts, and a supportive wellbeing programme. Join a team committed to excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Kuehne+Nagel pension plan

Route 2 Rewards scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK container transport operations across road and rail.
• Proven experience in transport planning or export sea logistics.
• Solid understanding of UK geography.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute deliveries with a focus on cost efficiency.
• Oversee road and rail provider volumes to ensure compliance.
• Manage restitution agreements to prevent unrecoverable costs.
• Monitor and manage automated booking systems and rate jobs.
• Address non‑conformance issues including delays and rebookings.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Provide evidence and resolve queries related to rates.
• Drive continuous improvement in intermodal operations.

Skills

Knowledge of UK container transport operations

Transport planning experience

Communication skills

Tools

TOPs transport planning system

Job description

Kühne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG

Are you a logistics professional with a knack for planning, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional service? Join our Sea Logistics Intermodal team in Aston, Birmingham. As a Sea Logistics Intermodal Specialist, you will act as the central point of contact for internal customers and suppliers, overseeing delivery planning, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring smooth intermodal operations. This role is pivotal in providing top-tier service to customers while managing escalations and ensuring cost‑effective logistics solutions.

How you create impact

• Plan and execute deliveries with a focus on cost efficiency, adhering to diverse terms and agreements.
• Oversee road and rail provider volumes to ensure compliance with contracts.
• Manage restitution agreements to prevent unrecoverable costs.
• Monitor and manage automated booking systems and rate jobs in alignment with agreed tariffs.
• Address non‑conformance issues, including delays and rebookings, while maintaining quality standards.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Provide evidence and resolve queries related to rates and out‑of‑scope charges.
• Drive continuous improvement in intermodal operations.

What we would like you to bring

• Strong knowledge of UK container transport operations across road and rail.
• Proven experience in transport planning or export sea logistics.
• Solid understanding of UK geography.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Nice to have: Knowledge of TOPs transport planning system.

What's in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life. 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.