Junior Operations Excellence Specialist

ASICS EMEA; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office gym access

Gear discounts 50% on ASICS gear

Calm app access

Runkeeper Go premium

Wellbeing programme

OpenUp meditation support

Working abroad four weeks per year

Hybrid working model

Job summary

ASICS EMEA, based near Amsterdam at the Hoofddorp campus, is seeking a Junior Operations Excellence Specialist to optimise supply chain processes, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with retail and digital channels to enhance customer satisfaction.

The role focuses on integrating automated reporting, building stakeholder engagement, and delivering actionable insights to support end-to-end operations. Hybrid working and movement toward efficient systems are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of working experience within Supply Chain/Operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in dashboards and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support Commercial and Operations teams as an operational advisor, helping optimise the end-to-end supply chain for T1/T2 accounts and DTC operations.
• Own and support operational reporting and dashboards, improving performance visibility and providing actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
• Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across operations to drive process optimisation and supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT teams to automate reporting processes and integrate systems into the corporate reporting portal.
• Support the development and implementation of standardised operating procedures, helping establish consistent and efficient ways of working across Operations.
• Deliver excellent service and support cost optimisation efforts to achieve customer satisfaction excellence.

Skills

Supply Chain Experience

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Visualization

Independent Work Style

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Be part of a movement that moves the world

At ASICS, we’re more than just a brand; we're a movement. A movement of movement, propelled by the belief that motion strengthens the body and uplifts the mind. Our name itself, an acronym for "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" (a Sound Mind in a Sound Body), encapsulates this commitment. Since taking our first step in Japan in 1949, our journey has been about more than just reaching the finish lines or clocking the fastest times. It's about the joy of moving and it's open to all.

If you're inspired to move yourself and the world toward a brighter, more inclusive future, we're looking for you.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification.

Your role in our shared journey

Located at our EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, you'll contribute to our mission by driving operational excellence through enhanced reporting, analytics, and stakeholder engagement. As a Junior Operations Excellence Specialist, you'll optimise supply chain processes, support continuous improvement initiatives, and work closely with both retail and digital business channels to ensure outstanding customer satisfaction whilst transitioning manual operations towards automated, efficient systems.

Your role will be instrumental in weaving the fabric of our movement, bringing unique perspectives and driving innovation with every step.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Support Commercial and Operations teams as an operational advisor, helping optimise the end-to-end supply chain for T1/T2 accounts and DTC operations.
• Own and support operational reporting and dashboards, improving performance visibility and providing actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
• Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across operations to drive process optimisation and supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT teams to automate reporting processes and integrate systems into the corporate reporting portal.
• Support the development and implementation of standardised operating procedures, helping establish consistent and efficient ways of working across Operations.
• Deliver excellent service and support cost optimisation efforts to achieve customer satisfaction excellence.

You Have The Following Skills

• 2-4 years of working experience within Supply Chain/Operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in dashboards and reporting.
• Proactive and self-driven work style with ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, your growth and wellbeing are important. We believe in fostering an environment where every step forward is celebrated, where diversity fuels our journey, and inclusion strengthens individuals. And together and as individuals we can inspire more people to move for body and for mind.

Our commitment to your wellbeing

Benefits

We're dedicated to ensuring that every team member experiences the joy and benefits of movement. To support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Access to office gym and sports membership discount.
• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS and ONITSUKA TIGER gear.
• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.
• Complimentary premium subscription to our Runkeeper Go™ app.
• A comprehensive wellness programme consisting of exercise and educational sessions.
• Professional support and meditation classes are available through OpenUp Access.
• Working abroad for four weeks every year.
• Hybrid working model. Combine the flexibility of working from home with the dynamic energy of an office environment.