Business Operations Coordinator

Samsonite International S.A.; Oudenaarde; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsonite is seeking a structured and analytical professional to coordinate information, support reporting processes and work with stakeholders across the business. In this European role, you will translate business and regulatory requirements into practical actions and ensure accurate reporting.

You will gather information, manage non-financial data, and support timely delivery across European markets, balancing detail with awareness of the wider business context.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or have equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Have experience with data, reporting processes or regulatory requirements.
• Show attention to detail while maintaining a pragmatic business mindset.
• Work independently while building constructive relationships across functions.
• Be fluent in English and Dutch and confident with Microsoft Office applications.
• Have an interest in regulatory, reporting or business processes.
• Feel comfortable working with detailed information and asking critical questions.
• Be eager to learn and develop expertise in a changing business environment.
• Bring professional maturity, discretion, ownership and a hands‑on mindset.

Responsibilities

• Review of contracts, legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Gather and organize information from internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Help translate requirements into practical actions and reporting needs.
• Follow up on actions and ensure timely completion.
• Identify relevant obligations, risks and areas requiring clarification or further analysis.
• Work confidently with qualitative and quantitative non-financial information.
• Coordinate the measurement, collection, processing and validation of non-financial data.
• Ensure reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered within fixed deadlines.
• Work effectively across different teams, both within and outside Finance, and across European markets.
• Balance attention to detail with a sound understanding of the wider business context.
• Take ownership, follow up proactively and remain effective as requirements evolve.

Skills

English language

Dutch language

Analytical skills

Regulatory reporting

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who we are

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

About Us

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

Job Description

We are looking for a structured and analytical professional who enjoys coordinating information, supporting reporting processes and working with different stakeholders across the business. In this European role, you will help translate business and regulatory requirements into practical actions and ensure accurate reporting across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Review of contracts, legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Gather and organize information from internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Help translate requirements into practical actions and reporting needs.
• Follow up on actions and ensure timely completion.
• Identify relevant obligations, risks and areas requiring clarification or further analysis.
• Work confidently with qualitative and quantitative non-financial information.
• Coordinate the measurement, collection, processing and validation of non-financial data.
• Ensure reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered within fixed deadlines.
• Work effectively across different teams, both within and outside Finance, and across European markets.
• Balance attention to detail with a sound understanding of the wider business context.
• Take ownership, follow up proactively and remain effective as requirements evolve.

Profile

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or have equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Have experience with data, reporting processes or regulatory requirements.
• Show attention to detail while maintaining a pragmatic business mindset.
• Work independently while building constructive relationships across functions.
• Be fluent in English and Dutch and confident with Microsoft Office applications.
• Have an interest in regulatory, reporting or business processes.
• Feel comfortable working with detailed information and asking critical questions.
• Be eager to learn and develop expertise in a changing business environment.
• Bring professional maturity, discretion, ownership and a hands‑on mindset.

Offer

• A challenging role at the European headquarters of a leading international company.
• A permanent position with a competitive salary package and attractive fringe benefits.
• An employer with strong values, a clear vision to grow and innovate, and where sustainability is a key element of its journey.
• A dynamic team where ideas are welcome.

Travel is one of life’s greatest experiences. Are you ready to travel with us?

About The Team

Why you'll love working here:

• Our employees matter. As a people-focused business, we work hard to provide meaningful rewards and development opportunities for our employees, recognizing performance, and creating a supportive working environment for them, wherever they are based.
• Vibrant culture. We are committed to a diverse and rich culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to culture and inclusion empowers us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.
• Socially responsible. We want to minimize our products' impact on the environment and help create positive journeys worldwide. We do this by creating the best products using the most sustainable and innovative materials, methods, and models.

What We Value

At Samsonite, we do more than create the bags that move with our consumer, we inspire and celebrate the moments that move them. We believe we have a responsibility to the world in how we operate, the products we sell, the communities where we live and work, and how we treat the people we employ. We're as diverse as travel itself, and like travel, your journey with Samsonite presents the opportunity to be a part of something bigger and explore your passions. This is why we offer various paths for professionals and celebrate the knowledge and skills they bring to our team. We are committed to a respectful workplace that allows our team members to bring their best selves to the workplace daily.

Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.