About this role
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.
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You will lead and oversee data center deployment operations by managing third-party vendors, coordinating server installations, conducting audits, and supporting infrastructure expansion projects. Serve as the primary point of contact for customer concerns while driving operational excellence through compliance monitoring, performance reporting, and dashboard analytics
## How you create impact
- Manage and oversee large-scale server deployments within data centers (e.g., 150+ deployments in IAD).
- Coordinate installation, racking, stacking, cabling, and deployment of server hardware.
- Supervise loading, unloading, and movement of server equipment within the data center.
- Ensure proper connection, configuration, and activation of servers within operational environments.
- Support the deployment of new clusters and infrastructure expansion projects
- Perform regular audits of deployment activities, equipment handling, and installation quality.
- Review operational procedures and ensure compliance with internal standards.
- Audit driver applications, logistics workflows, and operational dashboards for accuracy and performance.
- Identify process improvements and implement corrective actions
- Serve as the primary escalation point for customer concerns related to deployments and data center operations.
- Communicate project status, risks, and resolutions to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure customer requirements are met throughout deployment and operational processes
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
## What we would like you to bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in Data Center Operations, Infrastructure Deployment, Logistics, or Technical Operations.
- Experience managing third-party vendors and field service providers.
- Strong understanding of server hardware deployment, rack-and-stack activities, and data center environments.
- Experience with operational audits, process improvement, and compliance
## 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, a 401k retirement savings plan, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-RT1
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.