National Air Logistics Trucking Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

It's more than a job

As 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.

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We are looking for an experienced National Air Logistics Trucking Manager to lead and drive the trucking strategy across India. This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end trucking operations supporting air logistics, ensuring efficient, scalable, and high-quality service delivery aligned with business goals.

How you create impact

Lead and manage pan-India trucking operations supporting import and export air shipments

Drive 70% road logistics (core focus) and 30% air freight coordination

Develop and implement trucking strategy, processes, and operational frameworks integrated with air logistics

Oversee resource planning, cost management, and operational efficiency

Manage supplier relationships, carrier networks, and drive procurement initiatives

Monitor KPIs, service quality, and customer satisfaction through continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with regulatory and operational standards

Lead pricing coordination and contribute to business growth and profitability

Manage and transition the current outsourced team to an in-house capability, building a strong internal team

Support solution design and transportation planning across complex logistics requirements

What we would like you to bring

10–15 years of experience in logistics, with strong focus on road trucking operations

Proven experience in national-level trucking / transportation management

Strong understanding of air logistics integration with road transport

Expertise in costing, vendor management, and operational execution

Exposure to industries such as Semiconductor, Aerospace, Healthcare, White Glove, or Hyperscalers preferred

People management experience with ability to build and scale teams

Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel, you’ll be part of a global logistics leader that believes in creating real impact - on business, on customers, and on careers. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Global Exposure: Step into a world of international opportunities with a presence in 100+ countries.

People-Centric Culture: Join a team where your voice matters and people genuinely care.

Learning & Development: Grow with us - personally and professionally - through world-class training and career pathways.

Innovation & Sustainability: Be part of a future-focused company driving real change in logistics and the planet.

Rewards & Recognition: Get rewarded for your passion, performance, and potential.

Stability with Agility: Enjoy the best of both worlds - a trusted global brand with a startup spirit.

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.

Contact

Kuehne+Nagel Recruitment Team

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