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Defense Project Logistics Customer Excellence Specialist

On-site in Madrid·Added yesterday

Still open when we checked on 8 Oct

Kuehne+Nagel

15 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Kuehne+Nagel doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • At least 3 years of previous experience in international logistics or transport.
  • Good knowledge of operational processes and customer management.
  • Fluent English level, both oral and written.
  • Ability for organization, planning, and multitasking.
  • Proactive, results-oriented, and problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to work under pressure and in dynamic environments.
  • Communication and teamwork skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

At Kuehne+Nagel, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a global, dynamic, and customer-centric environment. You will be part of a team that drives operational excellence and innovation in the logistics sector, working with international clients and multidisciplinary teams.

We offer a collaborative environment where you can grow professionally, develop your skills, and contribute directly to the success of the organization.

The role

The Defense Project Logistics Customer Excellence Specialist is responsible for organizing, supervising, and ensuring the correct development of all their customers' transport operations, while simultaneously guaranteeing maximum customer satisfaction. Data quality, safety (HSE), and operational excellence are key elements in their day-to-day work.

Acts as the primary point of contact for the customer, providing information, resolving inquiries, and building a solid and trusting relationship with customers, suppliers, colleagues, and various business units. Additionally, they are responsible for order profitability, correct invoicing, and data quality.

What you'll do

  • Organize and supervise cargo transport from start to finish.
  • Ensure that all systems are updated accurately and promptly.
  • Monitor the operational performance of all parties involved and report incidents.
  • Review and guarantee compliance with the KPIs agreed upon with the customer.
  • Manage gross profit (GP) planning and ensure the profitability of operations.
  • Maintain a high level of data quality and report incidents immediately.
  • Collaborate proactively with other teams (hubs, chartering, engineering, BU, etc.) to ensure smooth processes.
  • Foster a solution-oriented mindset, maintaining high standards of professionalism and safety (HSE) compliance.

It is more than a job

In an administrative role at Kuehne+Nagel, tasks such as managing office operations or coordinating schedules undoubtedly contribute to your team's success, but they also create meaningful moments for people all over the world. Because your attention to detail helps your colleagues perform at their best, for example, by ensuring the timely and seamless transport of hearing aids and advanced medical devices that change lives. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work contributes to more than we imagine.

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About Kuehne+Nagel

Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's leading logistics providers, offering freight forwarding and supply chain management services across sea, air and road logistics, as well as fulfilment, warehousing and distribution, customs clearance, insurance, e-commerce, project logistics and cold chain solutions. The group serves industry-specific needs in aerospace, automotive, consumer, healthcare, tech and semiconductors, industrial and perishables sectors. With close to 88,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, it serves around 400,000 customers worldwide and was recognised as a leader in global logistics in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics Providers.

The company describes a culture that 'puts humans at the heart of everything we do', and its scale across nearly 100 countries makes it a substantial employer for logistics, operations and engineering professionals considering opportunities in Spain.

Industry
Logistics
Employees
close to 88,000

Good to know if you are moving

  • Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's leading logistics providers, with close to 88,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries — a large global network for logistics professionals.
  • The group was recognised as a leader in global logistics in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics Providers.
  • In Spain, current openings span the company's core logistics lines, including 'Sea Logistics Business Development Manager', 'Air Logistics Warehouse Manager - night shift' and 'Road Logistics Customer Care Specialist'.
  • Technology roles are also open in Spain, such as 'Senior Cloud Engineer (m/f/d)', 'Senior Fullstack Engineer (m/f/d)' and 'Data Engineer for Data Products & Stores (m/f/d)'.
  • The company describes a culture that 'puts humans at the heart of everything we do – a company that is as great to work for, as it is to work with.'

In their own words

About the company & team

Logistics shapes everyday life, from the products we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it makes possible both everyday moments and the most special ones in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a solid track record and a vision focused on driving the world forward, we offer a safe and stable environment where your career can make a true difference. Whether helping to deliver life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transport solutions, or supporting our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you imagine.

Additional information

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