Global Air Logistics Vertical Implementation Manager; m​/f​/d; Aerospace​/Defence

Position: Global Air Logistics Vertical Implementation Manager (m/f/d) - Aerospace/Defence
It's more than a jobAs a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.‎As

a Global Air Logistics Vertical Implementation Manager (m/f/d), you will play a crucial role in driving project success and contributing to the growth and efficiency of our organization. Your ability to lead, collaborate, and deliver results will be essential in achieving our strategic objectives and exceeding client expectations. The position can be filled on any Kuehne+Nagel location in the EMEA region.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Global Air Logistics Vertical Implementation Manager (m/f/d) to lead and oversee complex global customer implementation projects and programs from initiation to successful stabilization within a defined business vertical. As part of the vertical PMO, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. You will collaborate with the related vertical leadership teams on the Sales side and the Business Unit Air Logistics side to develop vertical related strategic goals and best practice to continuously meet the market requirements and conditions of our customers.

This role requires at least 5 years of experience in leading/driving large, complex projects and/or programs through complete project Life-cycle, preferably on an international basis and a solid operational background in Air Logistics.

How you create impact

Project Planning and Initiation:
Lead project definition, scope, and objectives by collaborating with stakeholders. Create detailed plans, including timelines, resource and risk management

Project Execution and Control:
Guide teams, ensuring alignment with goals. Monitor progress, address deviations, and maintain proactive issue resolution

Resource Management:
Allocate and secure resources, collaborating with functional managers for expertise and success

Stakeholder Management:
Build strong relationships, communicate status, be transparent and highlight opportunities effectively

Quality Assurance:
Ensure deliverables meet Kuehne+Nagel and ISO 21205 standards, conduct evaluations, and suggest and implement improvements

Competence & Strategy:
Collaborate closely with the stakeholders of the assigned PMO vertical within the Sales and Business Unit Air Logistics organization to develop and lead strategic internal projects to further grow the success of vertical specific implementation management

Risk & Change Management:
Identify and mitigate risks, manage scope changes professionally for successful integration

Mentoring/Supervision:
Serve as a patient mentor, coaching, sharing best practices, fostering learning, and guiding junior managers on the assigned vertical requirements

What we would like you to bring

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration or a related field Min. 5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager and/or Program Manager, with a track record of successfully delivering complex global projects in the assigned business vertical

Strong understanding of Air Logistics operation and processes

Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in project management tools and software

Project Management Professional (PMP, PMI, Prince2) or equivalent certification is a plus

What's in it for youAt Kuehne+Nagel, you get to grow your expertise, shape processes and deliver innovative solutions. We are continuously building our local and global network and our product portfolio, creating career opportunities in different fields of work worldwide. As a leader in the logistics industry, we provide a collaborative and IT-driven environment where you will work with motivated and customer-centric colleagues across the world.…