Kuehne + Nagel

Contract Logistics Human Resources Manager

Kuehne + Nagel$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience
  • 3+ years in distribution center, manufacturing, or similar environment
  • Strong employee relations and investigations experience
  • HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred
  • Prior safety program support or management experience is a huge PLUS!

Responsibilities

  • Lead all site HR functions including employee relations, compliance, payroll, and workforce planning support.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to site leadership on organizational and people-related matters.
  • Maintain a regular floor presence to build relationships and proactively address employee concerns.
  • Lead and document employee relations investigations and provide recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws (EEO, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, etc.).
  • Analyze HR metrics (turnover, attendance, staffing levels) to inform business decisions.
  • Oversee performance management and employee development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Stability in a growing logistics industry
  • International career growth opportunities
  • Compensation and medical/dental benefits package
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Excellent training programs
  • Fun and interesting global work environment
Full Job Description
Contract Logistics Human Resources Manager Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Charlotte, NC Site is looking for a new Human Resources Manager to join our Contract Logistics team. How you create impact We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all on-site HR functions supporting a dynamic distribution environment. This role will partner closely with site leadership to drive employee engagement, operational effectiveness, and compliance. Reporting to the Area HR Business Partner, this role will support employees across multiple locations. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with flexibility to support operational needs. Occasional travel to Durham, NC (approx. 10%). 3131Lead all site HR functions including employee relations, compliance, payroll, workforce planning support. 3131Serve as a strategic partner to site leadership on organizational and people-related matters 3131Maintain regular floor presence to build relationships and proactively address employee concerns 3131Lead and document employee relations investigations and provide recommendations 3131Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws (EEO, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, etc.) 3131Analyze HR metrics (turnover, attendance, staffing levels) to inform business decisions 3131Oversee performance management and employee development initiatives 3131Utilize HRIS systems (UKG/Kronos) for data management, reporting, and payroll support 3131Employee Relations Investigations and Counseling If you require accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. This job posting relates to an available role and not a future talent pool. What we would like you to bring 3131Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience) 31317+ years of progressive HR experience 31313+ years in distribution center, manufacturing, or similar environment 3131Strong employee relations and investigations experience 3131HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred 3131Prior safety program support or management experience is a huge PLUS! If you require accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. This job posting relates to an available role and not a future talent pool. 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-MB1 "Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in [specific process, e.g., screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers."

About Kuehne + Nagel

Kuehne + Nagel is a global transportation and logistics company that provides airfreight, sea freight, and contract logistics services. The company was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Lachen, Switzerland. Kuehne + Nagel operates in over 100 countries and has a workforce of over 83,000 employees. The company's customers include companies in the automotive, aerospace, pharmaceutical, and retail industries.
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