EMEA Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist
Netherlands, s'-Heerenberg (Office)
Do you get excited about improving logistics operations and turning data into actionable business insights? Are you energised by driving projects that improve rider experience, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen continuous improvement across EMEA? If you love supply chain, analytics, and solving complex business challenges, we want to talk to you!
How you'll make a difference
- Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across EMEA logistics operations.
- Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Planning, Finance, IT, and third-party logistics providers to deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate project activities, including action tracking, risk management, process documentation, testing, and implementation support.
- Develop project plans, process maps, operational procedures, and implementation documentation.
- Analyse end-to-end logistics processes and conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and practical operational improvements.
- Develop, maintain, and improve KPI dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools that provide visibility into logistics performance.
- Prepare clear project updates, presentations, and materials for stakeholder teams.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive project deliverables and ensure successful implementation of logistics initiatives.
- Drive specified user acceptance testing (UAT), operational readiness activities, and post-implementation reviews.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making throughout the EMEA logistics organisation.
What you need to win
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, project coordination, business analytics, continuous improvement, or operational excellence.
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyse processes, identify root causes, and translate findings into practical operational improvements.
- Advanced Excel and data visualisation skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus.
- Experience developing reports, dashboards, or visualisations.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle or similar enterprise applications.
- Experience in warehouse operations, transportation, inventory management, customer fulfilment, or supply chain processes is preferred.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or project management methodologies is a plus.
- Being a team player, enthusiastic and proactive.
- Good communication skills.
- Having a heart for the cycling industry.
Why Specialized?
We truly value the passion and dedication our team brings to Specialized. In return for your invaluable contribution, we offer a generous and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and lifestyle:
- A competitive and market-based salary.
- Competitive bike loan & purchase policy – ride the best, with support from us.
- Competitive equipment & apparel purchase policy - gear up with confidence.
- Opportunities to stay active: Join a sporty lunch ride through the woods or on the road, enjoy a full workout at an external gym, or go for a run with colleagues. Whe have onsite showers and changing rooms.
- Excellent secondary benefits, including pension, additional insurance and a collective health insurance plan.
- Your choice of an NS Business Card or travel allowance (€0,23 per km).
- Enjoy flexible working with a mix of office and a remote day. With a proper home office setup and a home-working allowance (€2,50 per day).
- Regular fun team activities.
- Make a real impact in the lives of riders across Europe and The Netherlands.
- Work with a global leader in cycling innovation.
- Be part of a supportive, passionate team.
Ready to take this opportunity? Apply now for the position of EMEA Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist , upload your CV, and tell us why you’re the perfect match!
About Specialized
First and foremost, we are riders. We share the core belief that bikes help make the world a better place. From product development and operations to finance and marketing - every role at Specialized contributes to a culture of sustainable, global growth and innovation. Around the world, we work to recruit candidates who are passionate and curious with the belief that everyone has the potential to be a leader.
