Project Logistics Control Tower Specialist

It's More Than A JobKuehne+Nagel is seeking a Project Logistics Control Tower Specialist to join our Houston team. In this role, you will manage project shipments from planning and pricing through execution and invoicing, while serving as a key point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders. We are looking for a hands-on professional with freight forwarding experience who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.How You Create ImpactIn this role, you will manage project shipments while ensuring operational excellence, financial accuracy, and exceptional customer service.Coordinate project shipments from pricing through execution and invoicingServe as the primary contact for customers and key stakeholdersMaintain accurate shipment documentation and system dataMonitor operations and ensure compliance with customer requirementsCollaborate with Chartering, Transport Engineering, and cross-functional teamsManage GP planning, accruals, and timely invoicingPromote a safety-first culture and report incidents as requiredSupport project operations, including occasional after-hours or weekend activities when neededWhat We Would Like You To BringWe are looking for a freight forwarding professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and can effectively manage multiple priorities.2 years of freight forwarding experience (or 4+ years in lieu of a bachelor's degree)Experience coordinating international shipments across multiple transportation modesStrong English communication and stakeholder management skillsCustomer-focused with strong problem-solving and organizational abilitiesAbility to manage operational and financial data accuratelyTeam-oriented and adaptable to changing prioritiesAbility to work full-time on-site in Houston, TXThis 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.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 processes [e.g. screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers.What's In It For YouKuehne+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. 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.Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation.Who Are WeLogistics 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.