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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.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused Air Logistics Healthcare Operational Care Specialist to support time-critical, temperature-sensitive shipments within our healthcare and life sciences network. In this role, you will monitor shipments end-to-end, proactively manage exceptions, and collaborate closely with internal teams, service partners, and airlines to ensure consistent, compliant, and high-quality service for our customers.
This position is ideal for logistics professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and are passionate about delivering excellence in healthcare logistics.
How You Create Impact
Monitor and track healthcare and life sciences shipments through active alarm management and milestone verification
Ensure all time- and temperature-sensitive shipments remain compliant throughout transit
Communicate effectively with airlines, carriers, and service partners to resolve issues and maintain service standards
Collaborate closely with Customer Service, CRMs, and Key Account Managers to maximize client satisfaction
Identify, investigate, and escalate discrepancies or service disruptions, keeping management and customers informed
Manage inbound bookings and operational inquiries through shared mailboxes and phone communication
Maintain accurate shipment documentation in compliance with country regulations, GDP, and ISO requirements
Support quality control processes by identifying gaps and recommending service or productivity improvements
Utilize internal systems (including Quick Enterprise systems and QuickTrac) to ensure operational accuracy
Promote teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to company policies and training requirements
What We Would Like You To Bring
2+ years of experience in air courier, freight forwarding, or logistics operations (healthcare or cold chain preferred)
Strong understanding of time-critical, temperature-controlled, or biopharmaceutical shipments
Proficiency in MS Office and logistics operating systems; strong written and verbal English skills required
Ability to work under pressure with flexibility for off-hours schedules, including evenings or holidays as needed
IATA Dangerous Goods certification and second-language fluency are strong assets
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
What's In It For You
Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data.
Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in specific processes (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.
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.
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.
Worksite address
miami, FL, 33222, US
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