EMEA Logistics Project Lead | Optimize Transport & Costs

EssilorLuxottica; Sedico; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica in Italy seeks an EMEA Transportation Project Specialist to identify and deploy transportation projects across EMEA distribution channels and inbound/outbound flows, combining analytical and project management capabilities to drive process optimization, service improvement and logistics cost efficiency in line with EMEA budget targets.

Main responsibilities include identifying and implementing projects, analyzing flows, using Lean methods, coordinating cross-functional teams,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in transportation management or logistics project management.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement transportation projects to enhance cost efficiency and service levels across EMEA.
• Analyze transportation flows and performance data to propose optimizations aligned with business priorities.
• Use advanced analytics and Lean/Continuous Improvement methods to identify inefficiencies and create value.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects involving Operations, Finance, IT, Customer Service and Procurement.
• Ensure effective project planning, execution, stakeholder alignment and performance tracking.
• Support the EMEA Transportation Project Manager in strategic and operational problem solving.
• Drive synergies across teams, channels and countries to improve efficiency and sustainability of the logistics network.

Skills

Transportation management

Logistics optimization

Data analysis

Project coordination

Lean/Continuous Improvement

SAP / BI tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Engineering

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

Excel

SAP

Business Objects

Job description

EssilorLuxottica in Italy seeks an EMEA Transportation Project Specialist to identify and deploy transportation projects across EMEA distribution channels and inbound/outbound flows, combining analytical and project management capabilities to drive process optimization, service improvement and logistics cost efficiency in line with EMEA budget targets.

Main responsibilities include identifying and implementing projects, analyzing flows, using Lean methods, coordinating cross-functional teams,