EMEA Logistics Project Manager

This role is an integral position within the Specialized EMEA Logistics Team with accountability for identifying, planning, prioritizing and executing key strategic logistics projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the region. This is a pivotal, cross-functional, trusted position where proven proactive actions are required to deliver supply chain projects on time and in line with budget and SLA targets to ensure we provide a best-in-class service through our supply chain to our Riders and Retailers.

Embrace and embody the Specialized Way continuously adapting to ever changing scenarios to continuously improve what we do and how we do it.

MAIN INTERFACES

Internal

• EMEA Logistics Leader & Logistics Business Operations / Teams
• Global Technology
• S&OP / Commercial and Demand Planning
• Ecommerce / Sales Team
• Rider Care Teams
• Shared services teams – Finance, IT, Marketing

External

• 3rd Party Logistics Service Providers
• IT Development Teams
• Inbound & Outbound Freight / Transportation carriers
• Lead Logistics Provider
• Specialized Retailers (IBD & Owned)
• Riders

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OUTPUTS

• Embed yourself into the business and the various Specialized sales organization to seek opportunities for efficiency that will bring value to customers by optimizing logistics processes
• Work closely with Specialized warehousing & transportation partners to understand challenges & identify improvement opportunities
• Understanding of warehouse and logistics financials per country and identify the source of saving potential, launching corresponding projects and deliver to benefit OPEX
• Identify improvement opportunities, Drive, track & prioritize all continuous improvement across logistics in EMEA
• Lead & govern project portfolio (PMO) for Logistics across EMEA, communicate progress and decisions to the organisation.
• Manage priorities, resources and ROI associated with strategic projects
• Manage projects as directed, lead implementation and measure successes making sure all projects have a charter, defined project plan & team assigned
• Establish Reporting methodology to project and business stakeholders
• Project leader of strategic EMEA logistics initiatives, while managing and developing a team of project and analytics support teammates
• Measure processes & performance by developing appropriate KPI’s & analytics
• Propose improvements & innovations, build business case appropriately
• Facilitate process re-engineering to remove silos and improve supply chain efficiency
• Represent the business requirements using technology to develop automation and drive efficiency
• Collaborate with large retail organizations to identify and remove inefficiencies out of the supply chain
• Engage directly with customers to increase service level while reducing logistics costs
• Coaching mentoring, development of key individuals within the business

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Academic background

• A relevant logistics, supply chain, business qualification or related degree
• A recognized Agile / LEAN Project Management qualification

Experience

• 5+ Years in an Operational / Logistics Specialist
• Worked in an International supply chain environment
• Experience of Logistics focused Projects with key implementations achieved with proven continuous improvement focus
• Experience or exposure with S&OP, Demand Planning, Logistics and Supply Chain
• Proven in Change Management for businesses and the effect of teams
• Experienced with Oracle or similar ERP systems and their interface capabilities with WMS and TMS systems
• Business use of MS Office skills (MS Excel, Project / Planner, Visio, PowerPoint & Word)

Language skills

• English (fluent)

KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Interested in or experience in bicycle or other product-based consumer/recreation-related industry
• Excellent Project Management skills, Coaching and development of others
• Strong problem-solving skillset
• Strong written and oral communication skills ensuring continual management of expectations
• Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills
• Driven to ensure KPI’s and goals are exceeded
• Attitude that fosters continuous improvement and challenges the status quo
• Self-motivated, always striving to exceed

What We Offer:

• Attractive secondary employment benefits, including pension, supplementary insurance, and a collective health insurance plan.

• Your choice between an NS business card or travel reimbursement (€0.23 per kilometer);

• Flexible working arrangements: dynamic working hours and the option to work from home, with a well-equipped home office setup and a home working allowance (€2.50 per day);

• Opportunities to stay active: join a sporty lunch ride in the woods or on the road, work out in a fully equipped fitness center, or go for a run with colleagues;

• Access to a bike from our range—whether it's an e-bike for commuting or a road or mountain bike for more sporty rides;

• A vibrant and dynamic work environment within an energetic and driven team;

• Attractive employee discounts on Specialized products;

• Regular fun and engaging team activities.

About Specialized

First and foremost, we are riders. We share the core belief that bikes help make the world a better place. From product development and operations to finance and marketing - every role at Specialized contributes to a culture of sustainable, global growth and innovation. Around the world, we work to recruit candidates who are passionate and curious with the belief that everyone has the potential to be a leader.