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As the Contract Logistics Distribution Solutions Engineer - Transportation, you will serve as a solution and transportation subject-matter expert, responsible for the data-driven design, pricing, commercialization, and optimization of transportation solutions across parcel, LTL, truckload, and middle-mile/shuttle operations.

This role sits within the Customer Solutions framework and acts as a strategic, analytics-focused partner to customers. You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Pricing, and IT to deliver scalable, and financially optimized logistics solutions. The role leads complex solution designs, supports strategic tenders, and drives measurable value creation for both customers and Kuehne+Nagel through pricing accuracy, cost transparency, and performance analytics.

How you create impact

Transportation Strategy & Analytics

Own and develop transportation solution strategies across final-mile and middle-mile networks using data-driven modeling and scenario analysis

Assist with carrier strategy development, including rate structures, accessorial frameworks, surcharge management, and pricing governance

Evaluate carrier proposals and lane-level pricing using parcel and LTL analytics, benchmark data, and cost modeling tools

Serve as the transportation solution and pricing authority in customer discussions, and executive reviews

Customer Solutions & Value Proposition

Act as a key customer partner and solution expert with strong commercial and analytical credibility

Quantify solution value through cost-to-serve, network analysis and service-level impact, while following customer specific pricing templates (as applicable)

Serve as primary solution contact for internal business development lead, working directly with customers from concept development through pricing sign-off and operational handover

Compare cost, emissions, and timeline impact of different solutions for diesel versus alternative fuel options (RNG, BEV, etc.), when appropriate

Tender, RFP & Pricing Leadership

Lead transportation solution design for complex tenders with a strong focus on parcel, LTL, FTL and shuttle pricing and implementation (existing and future business)

Build and validate transportation cost models, including zone-based parcel rate cards, LTL class-based pricing, FTL, shuttle operations, including minimums and accessorial logic

Perform lane-, shipment-, and SKU-level pricing analysis to ensure rate accuracy and margin integrity

Partner with Operations, Commercial, IT and Finance teams during RFPs to align pricing strategy, assumptions, and risk mitigation

Lead internal and external presentations to explain the benefits and value of the proposed solution

Review and validate parcel and LTL rate uploads, contract logic, and pricing rule execution in the TMS

Participate and contribute to business unit strategies, ensuring department product offering and solutions are aligned with market needs

Network Design, Cost Modeling & Optimization

Design and optimize zone-skipping, pool points, consolidation, and shuttle networks using network modeling and simulation techniques

Analyze parcel and LTL density, weight breaks, dimensional impacts, and service commitments to optimize cost and performance

Ensure integration between inbound, fulfillment, and outbound flows with pricing consistency across modes, by ensuring adherence to tariffs and contractual agreements

Drive continuous optimization initiatives using KPIs, variance analysis, and post-implementation performance reviews

What we would like you to bring

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Analytics, or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or contract logistics, with deep exposure to data-driven solution design, pricing and realization

3+ years of experience within a 3PL environment, supporting large-scale customer solutions, with a focus on transportation and distribution

Proven experience designing and implementing solutions for complex tenders with hands-on parcel and LTL pricing responsibility

Strong understanding of parcel and LTL pricing structures, including rate cards, accessorials, dimensional impacts, invoicing analyses and service-level trade-offs

Understanding of TMS tools and integration, pricing tools and network modeling experience

For applicants in the United States: Individuals with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com

Advanced analytical skills with experience in cost modeling, cost-to-serve analysis, profitability, and pricing validation

Healthcare and GDP experience preferred

Strong communication, customer solution and stakeholder presentation skills

What's in it for you