Air Logistics Operational Care Team Leader

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.‎How you create impactLead and oversee the daily operations of the import department, ensuring smooth execution of all activities and achievement of service level targets.Manage team performance, workforce planning, resource allocation, and operational KPIs to drive productivity, service excellence, and continuous improvement.Act as the primary escalation point for customers and internal stakeholders, resolving complex operational issues and ensuring high customer satisfaction.Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Operational Care, Customer Care, Revenue Care, Customs, and Transportation partners, to ensure timely and accurate shipment execution.Build and maintain strategic relationships with airlines, carriers, gateways, and external service providers to secure capacity, optimize transport solutions, and manage supplier performance.Drive operational efficiency and cost optimization through process improvements, automation tools, consolidation strategies, route planning, and continuous review of transportation solutions.Ensure compliance with company policies, international trade regulations, customs requirements, quality standards, and health, safety, security, and environmental guidelines.Partner with senior management to develop and execute departmental strategies, monitor operational performance, and address risks, disputes, and service deviations proactively.What we would like you to bringAt least 1-3 years of experience in air logistics.Strong leadership and communication skills, combined with adaptability and a performance-driven mindset.Solid knowledge of freight forwarding, air logistics operations and import regulations.Fluency in English and Italian.What's in it for youBy joining the Kuehne+Nagel team, you will have the opportunity to work in a safe and stable environment, with a strong focus on physical and mental well-being. We offer professional growth and development opportunities, including at an international level.Joining Kuehne+Nagel means being part of a company that genuinely invests in people:Development first – real opportunities for learning and growth.Teamwork that matters – experienced colleagues ready to support you.Innovation encouraged – we welcome new ideas and continuous improvement.Healthy balance – a supportive and flexible work environmentWho we areLogistics 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.We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.Job SummaryJob number: 16224Date posted : 2026-08-10Profession: Freight Forwarding & OperationsEmployment type: Permanent