EMEA Transportation Project Specialist

EssilorLuxottica Group; 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

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica

Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible.

Your role

We are looking for an EMEA Transportation Project Specialist who will identify and deploy transportation projects across EMEA distribution channels (eCommerce, Retail, Wholesale) 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:

• 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.

Main requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering or equivalent field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in transportation management and/or logistics project management.
• Strong analytical mindset, fact-based decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Solid transportation/logistics knowledge, preferably in a large omnichannel distribution environment.
• Fluent English; additional languages are a plus.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel; SAP and Business Object knowledge are a plus.
• Project management experience, ability to manage complexity, goal orientation and availability for business trips.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.