Continuous improvement specialist EMEA

Vans; Belgique; À distance; EUR 46 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working hours

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Discount on VF brands

Résumé du poste

Vans in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join the Distribution Centre team. You will support the delivery of CI initiatives, work with operations to remove waste, and embed lean thinking across shifts to improve safety, quality, and service metrics.

You will analyze data, apply problem-solving methods, coach teams, and help govern CI standards while driving practical improvements in a fast-paced retail logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, retail or engineering environments is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues across different teams and levels of the organisation.

Responsabilités

• Support the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across the Distribution Centre, helping to improve safety, quality, cost and service performance.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify process inefficiencies, remove waste and implement practical, sustainable improvements.
• Use problem-solving tools and data insights to investigate root causes, reduce recurring issues and improve overall operational performance.
• Help embed lean thinking and continuous improvement principles through coaching, collaboration and hands-on support across teams and shifts.
• Contribute to the governance and deployment of CI frameworks, process standards and improvement programmes, including idea generation initiatives.
• Support projects, testing activities and new initiatives by helping to assess feasibility, monitor results and ensure smooth implementation.

Connaissances

Communication

Problem solving

Lean thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Description du poste

## Continuous improvement specialist EMEAApplylocations: EMEA > BEL > Sint-Niklaas > Eigenlostraat DC 2time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: June 27, 2026 (8 days left to apply)job requisition id: R-20260528-0012**Continuous Improvement Specialist – VF Corporation****Employment:** Permanent**Location:** Sint-Niklaas, Belgium**Industry:** Fashion and Apparel / Retail**Reports to:** Continuous Improvement Manager, EMEAVF Corporation is a global portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands such as The North Face, Timberland, Eastpak and Vans.As a purpose-led, performance-driven organisation with a portfolio of iconic brands, we create opportunities for our people to grow, make an impact and build meaningful careers.Join us and help shape the future of our Distribution Centre operations as part of a team that values collaboration, curiosity and continuous improvement.**Let’s Talk about the Role...**As a DC Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will play an important role in helping our Distribution Centre teams work smarter, safer and more efficiently.Working as part of the EMEA Continuous Improvement team, you will support the delivery of improvement initiatives across the site, helping to embed lean thinking, problem solving and a culture of continuous improvement.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys identifying opportunities, driving positive change and collaborating with others to make a real impact in a fast-paced operational environment.**How You Will Make a Difference*** Support the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across the Distribution Centre, helping to improve safety, quality, cost and service performance.* Work closely with operational teams to identify process inefficiencies, remove waste and implement practical, sustainable improvements.* Use problem-solving tools and data insights to investigate root causes, reduce recurring issues and improve overall operational performance.* Help embed lean thinking and continuous improvement principles through coaching, collaboration and hands-on support across teams and shifts.* Contribute to the governance and deployment of CI frameworks, process standards and improvement programmes, including idea generation initiatives.* Support projects, testing activities and new initiatives by helping to assess feasibility, monitor results and ensure smooth implementation.**What You Bring**We’d love to hear from you if you are passionate about continuous improvement and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.You will bring strong communication skills, a proactive mindset and the confidence to work with colleagues across different teams and levels of the organisation.An interest in lean principles, process improvement and problem solving will help you succeed in this role, and experience in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, retail or engineering environments would be an advantage.**What’s in it For You**This is an exciting opportunity to join a global organisation where you can develop your skills, contribute fresh ideas and help shape how continuous improvement is delivered across the site.You’ll work with experienced colleagues, gain exposure to a wide range of operational projects and be part of a culture that values curiosity, teamwork and progress.When it comes to benefits, we offer a complete package:* A supportive feedback culture in which respect and integrity are central* An inclusive, international working environment where people from diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities like to work together* Being part of an iconic lifestyle brand within a multi-brand and multi-country organization* Subsidized canteen and break rooms with free hot drinks* Flexible working hours and even the possibility to buy extra vacation days, plus your birthday off!* Pension scheme and health cover package* Discount on your gym membership* Opportunity to volunteer 40 hours per year during working hours* Free secure parking on site* Bicycle plan* Discount card with 50% discount on all VF brands**Our Commitment to Inclusion**At VF, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and supports every associate to bring their authentic self to work.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who is excited about this opportunity to apply, even if their experience does not match every requirement listed.We have just one question.... Are you in?!#readytoapply**Hiring Range:**€45,657.60 EUR - €57,072.00 EURannually