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Global Senior Product Owner Road Logistics (m/f/d)

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Kuehne+Nagel

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Product
  • Hamburg

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong tech program management, product ownership in logistics, agile experience, leadership in innovation, and an MBA or equivalent in a relevant field.
  • You will lead product development, align stakeholder demands, ensure tech integration, drive quality testing, and implement best practices in Road Logistics systems.

Requirements

  • Passion for new technology design in a pragmatic and value driven start up mentality
  • Extensive experience managing complex technology programs and projects from planning through execution and stakeholder management
  • Multiple years of experience in product ownership/leadership preferably within the environment of global logistics market leaders
  • Large scale experience in agile way of working focusing on new technologies, systems, tools and features with a transparency, customer experience, speed and quality focus
  • Leadership experience in technology innovation programs and implementations
  • MBA or equivalent management education in operations management/strategy, operations, logistics, mathematics, psychology, or a related field

Responsibilities

  • Lead our new core operational system for Road Logistics, its assigned product owner organization, same as steer its development organization of approx. 60 specialists
  • Lead the product vision and growth from idea over development through solid quality testing, release and continuous improvement
  • Derive system functionality directly from customer, carrier or operational demands and design value driven procedures in line with our agile development teams and measure success against clearly defined criteria
  • Keep the system up to speed along any stepchange of the industry and ensure state of the are technologies and trends (such as AI, sensor, voice, cloud) are leveraged to the max
  • Demonstrating system functionality to external and internal stakeholders along the product life cycle and the integration complexity of a global technology landscape
  • Manage external and internal senior stakeholders across multiple departments. Actively link the management, business, and service engineering teams and support in order to ensure maximum alignment.
  • Raise the bar by analyzing, reviewing and implementing the best practices and learnings on the similar initiatives from the market.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Global Senior Product Owner for Road Logistics?

The main responsibility is to lead the development and management of the strategic ERP for Road Logistics, ensuring high user satisfaction while overseeing the transformation into the cloud.

What skills are emphasized for this role?

Skills emphasized include managing complex technology programs, product ownership in global logistics, experience in agile methodologies, and leadership in technology innovation.

Is prior experience in the logistics industry necessary for this position?

Yes, multiple years of experience in product ownership/leadership within the global logistics market is preferred.

What type of educational background is required for this role?

An MBA or equivalent management education in operations management/strategy, operations, logistics, mathematics, psychology, or a related field is required.

Are external stakeholders involved in the product management process?

Yes, the role involves managing external and internal senior stakeholders across multiple departments to ensure alignment.

What is the team size that the Global Senior Product Owner will be managing?

The Global Senior Product Owner will lead an assigned product owner organization as well as steer the development organization of approximately 60 specialists.

Is the company focused on leveraging new technologies?

Yes, the role emphasizes keeping the system updated with state-of-the-art technologies and trends such as AI, cloud, and more.

What types of methodologies will be used in this role?

The role focuses on an agile way of working, emphasizing transparency, customer experience, speed, and quality.

How many locations does Kuehne+Nagel operate in worldwide?

Kuehne+Nagel operates in over 1,300 locations across more than 100 countries.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Jason Lee at +49304036371200 for more information.

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Kuehne+Nagel

We shape the world of logistics by connecting people and goods through innovative and sustainable logistics solutions.

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1890
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kuehne + Nagel, a global logistics company with a significant presence in the UK, specialises in providing end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions. Their core services encompass transportation, logistics, and supply chain management, offering tailored solutions for businesses across various industries. The ultimate mission of Kuehne + Nagel is to facilitate seamless global trade and commerce by optimising and enhancing the efficiency of supply chains. The company's purpose is to act as a strategic partner for its clients, delivering reliable and innovative logistics solutions that enable businesses to connect with markets, optimise distribution networks, and achieve operational excellence.