National Air Logistics Trucking Manager

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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.