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[Apply on Kuehne & Nagel International’s careers site →](https://jobs.kuehne-nagel.com/global/en/job/KUNAGLOBAL16251EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Air-Logistics-Trucking-Specialist) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Kuehne & Nagel International](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/) / Air Logistics Trucking Specialist ## Job description It's more than a job As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. ‎ At Kuehne+Nagel, we are expanding our Air Logistics Trucking Operations network and are seeking experienced transportation professionals who understand how freight moves efficiently from origin to destination. If you have experience in trucking operations, dispatch, load planning, pickup and delivery coordination, regional transportation, or final-mile execution, this is an opportunity to join a growing team responsible for optimizing the movement of airfreight across key U.S. markets. How you create impact As an Air Logistics Trucking Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring domestic transportation activities are executed accurately, efficiently, and on time. ### Key Responsibilities Coordinate trucking activities supporting import and export airfreight shipments to ensure on-time execution and customer satisfaction. Build and optimize truck loads through consolidation opportunities to maximize efficiency and reduce transportation costs. Manage local Pickup & Delivery (P&D) operations and ensure timely movement of freight between customers, terminals, warehouses, and airport gateways. Execute regional dispatch activities, including route planning, carrier assignments, and capacity management. Coordinate Full Truckload (FTL), Less-than-Truckload (LTL), and final-mile transportation activities. Monitor shipments throughout the transportation lifecycle and proactively resolve service disruptions, delays, and exceptions. Communicate with carriers, drivers, warehouses, gateways, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless freight movement. Review transportation requirements, transit times, routing instructions, and customer-specific service commitments. Negotiate rates, source capacity, and maintain strong relationships with approved transportation providers. Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, operational procedures, and company standards. Prepare, validate, and maintain transportation documentation and shipment records. Accurately enter and maintain shipment, carrier, cost, and operational data within transportation management systems. Analyze carrier performance and escalate service failures, capacity concerns, or operational risks when necessary. Partner with Customer Care, Operations, Sales, and Warehouse teams to support customer requirements and account implementation activities. Support load planning, network optimization, and transportation cost-saving initiatives. Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to operational efficiency projects. Maintain a high level of service, responsiveness, and problem resolution in a fast-paced transportation environment. Assist in developing scalable trucking operations as Kuehne+Nagel expands its integrated Air Logistics Trucking network across key U.S. markets. What we would like you to bring 2-5 years of experience in trucking, transportation, dispatching, logistics, or freight operations. Hands-on experience with Truckload (FTL), Less-than-Truckload (LTL), Pickup & Delivery (P&D), regional dispatch, or final-mile operations. Background working for a trucking company, carrier, transportation provider, or fleet operation preferred. Ability to coordinate shipments, manage carrier relationships, and resolve operational issues in a fast-paced environment. Experience with load planning, routing, consolidation, and capacity management. Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills. High attention to detail with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) is a plus, but not required. Freight forwarding experience is beneficial when combined with trucking or dispatch operations experience. A proactive, "can-do" mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic logistics environment. What's in it for you At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is between $28 and $32 per hour. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-SB1 Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. 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. 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 19, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: Bensenville, Illinois, United States - Pay: $32 per hour[Apply on Kuehne & Nagel International’s careers site →](https://jobs.kuehne-nagel.com/global/en/job/KUNAGLOBAL16251EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Air-Logistics-Trucking-Specialist) ## More jobs at Kuehne & Nagel International ### [Air Logistics Operational Care Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/jobs/8c6f67a7b7a7f1b83868/) Bensenville, Illinois, United States ### [Air Logistics Warehouse Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/jobs/9c07ecbc93e151b4a989/) Bensenville, Illinois, United States ### [Global Air Logistics Operational Key Account Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/jobs/0748b5199e4eed2c3126/) Bensenville, Illinois, United States ### [Road Logistics Account Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/jobs/3ba824e231eac605129a/) Bensenville, Illinois, United States ### [Road Logistics Carrier Sales Representative](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kuehne-nagel-international/jobs/86898b01233f574a4ba4/) Bensenville, Illinois, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Global Air Logistics Sr Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fedex/jobs/80b43c9dc109100d1fc9/) FedEx · Akron, OH, US ### [Trucking Foreperson](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/crh/jobs/25757b26b26838741740/) CRH · Jackson, Mississippi, United States ### [Utility-Washbay Hudson Trucking - Hudson, NY](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/archer-daniels-midland/jobs/4629cb762fe9a3afc644/) Archer Daniels Midland · Hudson ### [Group Air Coordinator - Chase Travel (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/84b01510b3be440b0897/) JPMorganChase · United States ### [Meli Air Operation Sr Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/mercadolibre/jobs/68231e3370ed8a3aaff6/) MercadoLibre · United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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