National Customs Manager

Overview

• 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.
• At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
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• The National Customs Manager is responsible for developing a competitive, reliable, and innovative standalone customs product within the country.
• This role focuses on creating a compelling value proposition for Kuehne + Nagel's standalone customs offering, acquiring new business from international and local accounts, and managing full P&L ownership to ensure profitable growth.
• The manager will lead, coordinate, and drive the development of commercial strategies to win large, multi-country, and SME opportunities in the standalone customs business.
• The key objective is to become a market-leading provider of highly digitized and compliant customs brokerage solutions in the region.
• How you create impact
• Develop and implement a business development strategy to grow standalone customs revenues and win new businessIdentify and pursue new opportunities in collaboration with Sales teams and through own initiatives
• Analyze the customs brokerage market and define strategies based on customer needs, industry trends, and target segments
• Drive the development, positioning, and continuous improvement of the standalone customs product
• Define and execute a clear go-to-market approach and value proposition
• Enhance digital connectivity with customers, partners, and customs authorities through automation and integration solutions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as a main point of contact across all lines of business
• Contribute to national strategy, governance, and decision-making processes while ensuring alignment with business objectives
• What we would like you to bring
• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
• Extensive experience in customs brokerage, international trade, or logistics
• Proven track record in business development and managing customer relationships
• Solid understanding of customs regulations, compliance, and cross-border processes
• Commercial mindset with experience in driving revenue growth and managing
• P&LAbility to develop and execute strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantage; additional languages are a plus
• What's in it for you
• This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a high-impact, standalone customs product within a globally recognized logistics organization.
• You will have full ownership to drive growth, influence strategy, and build a market-leading offering in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• The role offers strong exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration across international teams.
• You’ll be at the forefront of digital transformation in customs, driving innovation and operational excellence.
• In return, you will benefit from a challenging and rewarding career path with opportunities for further growth and development.
• 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.
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