Area Human Resources Specialist

It's more than a job

As part of the HR team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will help build careers, nurture talent, and empower people to succeed. Your work doesn’t stop at HR - it drives the entire supply chain forward. By attracting and developing the right people, you ensure that our operations run smoothly, so medical equipment reaches hospitals on time, toys arrive in stores for the holidays, and fresh flowers make it to local florists. Every great logistics solution starts with great people - and that’s where you come in.

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You will contribute to the execution of HR initiatives, employee lifecycle activities, and operational excellence while helping us build a high-performing and engaged workforce.

If you are passionate about people, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and are looking to grow your career within a global logistics leader, this opportunity is for you.

How you create impact

• Coordinate and execute employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, employee changes, and offboarding activities.
• Support employee wellbeing initiatives, engagement activities, and recognition programs.
• Monitor and analyze HR KPIs, including turnover, vacation tracking, and workforce metrics.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Review, update, and maintain HR documentation, policies, and process guidelines.
• Support the administration of employee records and HR documentation.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics to support decision-making.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure the timely execution of HR processes and initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvement and standardization projects across the HR function.

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Human Resources, or related fields.
• 3–5 years of experience in Human Resources, HR Operations, HR Administration, or Shared Services environments.
• Experience managing employee lifecycle processes, HR reporting, and HR compliance activities.
• Knowledge of HR KPIs such as turnover, absenteeism, vacation management, and workforce reporting.
• Experience supporting audits and maintaining HR documentation.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with HR systems.
• Experience creating reports and dashboards is highly desirable.
• English is a plus but not required.

What's in it for you

• Permanent employment contract.
• Hybrid work model.
• Working hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Private healthcare benefit.
• Opportunity to work in a global and collaborative environment.
• Exposure to regional HR initiatives and best practices.
• Career development opportunities within Kuehne+Nagel.
• Competitive salary 

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.

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