**It's more than a job** In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine. **‎** The IT Deployment Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of global IT deployment initiatives within contract logistics. This role requires a strategic and operational leader who can manage complex deployments, drive system migrations, optimise delivery processes, and ensure governance across multiple stakeholders and geographies. You will oversee the full lifecycle of IT deployments—from development handover through integration, testing, go-live support, and post-deployment optimisation—ensuring delivery excellence that aligns with organisational goals and customer expectations. **How you create impact** + Apply Six Sigma Black Belt methodologies to identify and lead continuous process improvements, ensuring scalable, repeatable, and efficient deployment practices. + Lead and manage global IT deployment projects, ensuring timely, quality delivery aligned with business objectives and customer requirements. + Own end-to-end deployment lifecycle management, including coordination across development, testing, integration, hypercare, and continuous improvement phases. + Develop and implement strategic roadmaps for system migrations, managing risks, stakeholder communications, and cross-functional execution to guarantee seamless legacy-to-new system transitions. + Drive deployment process optimisation through data-driven insights, performance monitoring, and governance, including ownership of MIS dashboards and quality standards. + Demonstrate deep understanding of 3PL logistics operations to tailor deployment strategies that meet industry-specific requirements and operational complexities. + Manage relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and offshore partners, providing clear communication, alignment, and accountability. + Standardise deployment methodologies, tools, and governance frameworks globally to ensure consistency and operational excellence. + Lead cross-functional collaboration with project management, IT development, testing, and customer operations to drive successful deployments and minimise risk. **What we would like you to bring** + **Mandatory:** Six Sigma Black Belt certification. + Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field. + Minimum 7 years of experience in IT deployment, program or project management, or logistics technology roles within contract logistics or 3PL environments. + Proven track record managing large-scale IT deployments and complex system migrations with a global footprint. + Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (e.g., Blue Yonder), enterprise integrations, and logistics IT ecosystems. + Expertise in process improvement, governance, KPI-driven performance management, and risk mitigation. + Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organisational levels. + Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing offshore or third-party service providers. + Agile mindset with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement. + Fluent English **What's in it for you** Join Kuehne+Nagel, where your work will have a meaningful impact on the logistics industry. Here, you’ll find benefits and a culture of continuous learning that ensures your career growth. You’ll be surrounded by extraordinary and committed people, all dedicated to shaping the future of logistics. We encourage you to apply; your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we need. Be part of a team that values work-life balance, supports your well-being, and empowers you to contribute to something truly impactful. **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. We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid. Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.