Contract Logistics Human Resources Manager

Kuehne+Nagel; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental benefits

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent training programs

Global work environment

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all on-site HR functions within a dynamic distribution environment. You will partner with site leadership to drive employee engagement, compliance, performance management, and safety initiatives.

The role includes operational support across multiple locations and occasional travel. Join a global logistics leader offering competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities to shape workforce strategies in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• 3+ years in distribution center, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Strong employee relations and investigations experience.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• Prior safety program support or management experience is a huge PLUS!

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site HR functions including employee relations, compliance, payroll, workforce planning support.
• Serve as a strategic partner to site leadership on organizational and people-related matters.
• Maintain regular floor presence to build relationships and proactively address employee concerns.
• Lead and document employee relations investigations and provide recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws (EEO, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, etc.).
• Analyze HR metrics (turnover, attendance, staffing levels) to inform business decisions.
• Oversee performance management and employee development initiatives.
• Utilize HRIS systems (UKG/Kronos) for data management, reporting, and payroll support.
• Employee Relations Investigations and Counseling

Skills

Employee relations

Investigation

People management

HR policies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

UKG/Kronos HRIS

Job description

It's more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade.

Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Charlotte, NC Site is looking for a new Human Resources Manager to join our Contract Logistics team.

How you create impact

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all on-site HR functions supporting a dynamic distribution environment. This role will partner closely with site leadership to drive employee engagement, operational effectiveness, and compliance.

Reporting to the Area HR Business Partner, this role will support employees across multiple locations.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility to support operational needs. Occasional travel to Durham, NC (approx. 10%).

• Lead all site HR functions including employee relations, compliance, payroll, workforce planning support.
• Serve as a strategic partner to site leadership on organizational and people-related matters
• Maintain regular floor presence to build relationships and proactively address employee concerns
• Lead and document employee relations investigations and provide recommendations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws (EEO, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, etc.)
• Analyze HR metrics (turnover, attendance, staffing levels) to inform business decisions
• Oversee performance management and employee development initiatives
• Utilize HRIS systems (UKG/Kronos) for data management, reporting, and payroll support
• Employee Relations Investigations and Counseling

If you require 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.

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

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience
• 3+ years in distribution center, manufacturing, or similar environment
• Strong employee relations and investigations experience
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred
• Prior safety program support or management experience is a huge PLUS!

What's in it for you

There 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.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in [specific process, e.g., screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers.

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 committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment). Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.