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It's more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

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We are looking for an onsite Human Resources Manager with advanced interpersonal and communication skills to be an integral part of site HR functions such as team building, payroll, investigations, data analytics, compliance, and special projects. If you have strong HR leadership experience, consider joining us at our site in Shelbyville, Kentucky!

You will serve as the Human Resources partner for the facility, managing all local HR activities in support of exempt and non-exempt employees. We’ll count on your years of experience to plan, coordinate, and direct the HR functions of the site, maintain a conflict-free workplace, and enhance job satisfaction. We will count on your leadership skills to help drive flexibility, sound judgment, and confidentiality.

How you create impact

Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues

Drive a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion work together to create a sense of belonging and a stronger workforce

Help develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures

Spend at least 20% of your time on the floor to be visible and interactive and to “check the pulse” of the workplace

Perform employee relations counseling

Work directly with department managers to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on HR matters

Support current and future business needs through leadership and consulting with management

Partner with Talent Acquisition on the recruitment and selection process

Retain a competent, empowered, motivated workforce

Manage temporary workforce vendor to ensure quality, competitiveness, and contract terms are met

Track staffing levels, deployment, turnover, absenteeism, recruitment, compensation, promotions, etc.

Use UKG Dimensions to obtain, store, and analyze pertinent data/information for payroll and benefits administration

Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs

Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system to drive a highly performing workforce

What we would like you to bring

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or Education, or equivalent combination of education and experience

4+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years of experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment

1+ years of leadership experience

Strong knowledge of HRIS systems (e.g., PeopleSoft; UltiPro, Kronos)

Advanced knowledge of EEO, Compensation and Benefits, FMLA, FLSA, Labor Relations, health and safety

Experience implementing/supporting DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs

Solid investigation, and conflict-resolution experience

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

HR certification preferred

What's in it for you

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-onsite

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.

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 an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: [email protected] with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.