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Kuehne+Nagel · 13 hours ago

Sea Logistics Finance Manager

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Kuehne+Nagel is a global leader in logistics, and they are seeking an experienced Sea Logistics Finance Manager to lead their National Sea Logistics Finance operations. This key leadership role involves overseeing a high-performing team responsible for financial operations, ensuring excellence in quality, timeliness, and productivity within the Sea Logistics domain.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Revenue Care team, including supervisors and managers, while fostering a positive employee experience

Provide coaching, training, and ongoing support to help team members grow their careers

Ensure financial productivity KPIs are consistently met or exceeded

Address performance issues promptly and appropriately

Implement measures to increase transparency of Forwarding Subledger performance across branches

Identify and resolve root causes of recurring inefficiencies

Ensure accurate application of Forwarding Subledger memo codes in line with working instructions

Lead projects focused on improving Forwarding Subledger quality, timeliness, and productivity

Strengthen collaboration across branches and enhance overall branch satisfaction

Oversee invoicing excellence and ensure zero past‑due vendor invoices to maintain strong credit terms

Drive continuous process improvements to maximize productivity and efficiency

Support profit maximization by preventing additional costs due to inaccurate payments or late invoicing

Minimize loss files through analysis and proactive corrective actions

Qualification

Sea Logistics expertiseAccounting principles knowledgeLeadership experienceKPI performance analysisCustomer relationship skillsContinuous improvement commitmentCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsDecision-making skills

Required

4+ years of experience in freight forwarding with an expertise in Sea Logistics

1+ years of leadership experience, ideally managing large or complex teams

Strong knowledge of accounting principles including AP, AR and month-end close

Proven ability to analyze and drive KPI performance in a fast‑paced environment

Strong communication, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and customer‑relationship skills

Comfortable working under time pressure and committed to continuous improvement

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

401k retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation for eligible roles

Company

Kuehne+Nagel

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With more than 82,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics providers.

Founded in 1890

Schindellegi, Schwyz, CH

10001+ employees