Kuehne + Nagel will manage a comprehensive range of services for spare parts logistics on behalf of BMW Group.
Kuehne + Nagel will support BMW Group with the implementation of a new
structure for their complex spare parts logisitcs at the Central Distribution
Centre (CDC) in Bavaria: From the CDC, BMW Group provides parts to its
regional distribution centres worldwide, which in turn ensure delivery to
local authorised BMW dealers in individual countries. Kuehne + Nagel will
gradually take over operations at three CDC locations in Lower Bavaria
effective November. In addition to goods receiving activities, the control and
packing of spare parts are included in the scope of service. Furthermore,
Kuehne + Nagel will also be responsible for storage, comissioning and
outgoing goods.
“For many years, Kuehne + Nagel has been a strong partner to the
automotive industry. This new contract with BMW Group underlines our
comprehensive expertise, especially within the complex area of spare parts
logistics. We are very pleased to expand our partnership with BMW Group,”
says Jens Wollesen, member of the management board of the German
Kuehne + Nagel organisation, responsible for Contract Logistics.
From production logistics to just-in-time/just-in-sequence to tyre-, returnsand
spare parts logistics, Kuehne + Nagel’s service portfolio covers the
entire vehicle life cycle. Over 3,000 employees in Germany are involved in
projects for the automotive sector.