EMEA Logistics Continuous Improvement Architect

Specialized Europe B.V.; 's-Heerenberg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily lunch rides

Onsite yoga classes

Bagels on Friday mornings

Job summary

Specialized invites applications for an EMEA Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist in the Netherlands. The role focuses on driving CI across EMEA logistics, partnering with cross-functional teams, and leveraging data to optimize rider and operational performance.

The position requires strong analytics, project coordination, and experience with ERP and data visualization tools, with a passion for continuous improvement in a cycling-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 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, analytics, continuous improvement, or operational excellence.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to derive practical improvements from data.
• Advanced Excel and data visualization; Power BI or similar tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across EMEA logistics operations.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Planning, Finance, IT, and 3PL providers to deliver improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate project activities including action tracking, risk management, process documentation, testing, and implementation support.
• Develop project plans, process maps, procedures, and implementation documentation.
• Analyse end-to-end logistics processes and conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies.
• Develop and improve KPI dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools for visibility.
• Prepare clear project updates, presentations, and materials for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive deliverables and ensure successful implementation.
• Lead user acceptance testing (UAT), readiness activities, and post-implementation reviews.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Continuous improvement

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business/Engineering/Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Oracle ERP

Job description

Specialized invites applications for an EMEA Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist in the Netherlands. The role focuses on driving CI across EMEA logistics, partnering with cross-functional teams, and leveraging data to optimize rider and operational performance.

The position requires strong analytics, project coordination, and experience with ERP and data visualization tools, with a passion for continuous improvement in a cycling-focused environment.