Integrated Logistics Customer Onboarding - Engineer

Its 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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The Customer Onboarding Engineer plays a crucial role in the onboarding of new customers. This position is responsible for defining processes for Operations in alignment with the customers sales & operations planning processes and the Kuehne Nagel Blueprint. With strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, the Engineers collaborates with customers, Operations, technical team members and the finance organisation to drive seamless customer onboarding and process optimization.

How you create impact

• Create processes which will serve our customers logistics processes but also our operational standards and Blueprint
• Ensure process changes align with business objectives (such as Productivity) and the assumed sales cost driver model productivity
• Highlight any process deviations which are not in line with our business objectives
• Clearly articulate requirements and explain complex processes to customers, operations, technical team members and cross-functional teams
• Identify potential roadblocks in customer onboarding and proactively develop solutions to mitigate risks
• Document and analyze customer requirements meticulously, ensuring solutions are adaptable across diverse environments
• Evaluate customer demands critically, challenge inefficient requests, and recommend solutions that support long-term operational goals
• Facilitate client workshops, providing clear explanations of our standard processes and ensuring customer expectations are aligned
• Create financial process flows for Freight Audit and Payment which are in line with Kuehne + Nagels accounting and controlling guidelines
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and timely decision-making

• Proven experience in logistics process analysis and financial controlling or accounting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical and operational concepts effectively
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges
• Detail-oriented mindset with a meticulous approach to documentation and process configuration
• Ability to critically assess and optimize customer requirements for long-term success
• Experience in leading client workshops and coordinating across multiple teams
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

At Kuehne+Nagel, youll be part of a global logistics leader that believes in creating real impact—on business, on customers, and on careers. Heres 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

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.