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Are you energised by driving projects that improve rider experience, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen continuous improvement across EMEA? If you love supply chain, analytics, and solving complex business challenges, we want to talk to you!\nHow you'll make a difference\nDrive and support continuous improvement initiatives across EMEA logistics operations.\nPartner with Sales, Customer Service, Planning, Finance, IT, and third-party logistics providers to deliver continuous improvement initiatives.\nCoordinate project activities, including action tracking, risk management, process documentation, testing, and implementation support.\nDevelop project plans, process maps, operational procedures, and implementation documentation.\nAnalyse end-to-end logistics processes and conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and practical operational improvements.\nDevelop, maintain, and improve KPI dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools that provide visibility into logistics performance.\nPrepare clear project updates, presentations, and materials for stakeholder teams.\nCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive project deliverables and ensure successful implementation of logistics initiatives.\nDrive specified user acceptance testing (UAT), operational readiness activities, and post-implementation reviews.\nChampion a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making throughout the EMEA logistics organisation.\nundefined\nWhat you need to win\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field.\n2-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, project coordination, business analytics, continuous improvement, or operational excellence.\nStrong analytical skills, including the ability to analyse processes, identify root causes, and translate findings into practical operational improvements.\nAdvanced Excel and data visualisation skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus.\nExperience developing reports, dashboards, or visualisations.\nWorking knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle or similar enterprise applications.\nExperience in warehouse operations, transportation, inventory management, customer fulfilment, or supply chain processes is preferred.\nStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.\nDemonstrated problem-solving ability and a continuous improvement mindset.\nExperience with Lean, Six Sigma, or project management methodologies is a plus.\nHow will you stand out\nBeing a team player, enthusiastic and proactive\nGood communication skills\nHaving a heart for the cycling industry\nFirst and foremost, we are riders. We share the core belief that bikes change lives. From product development and operations, to finance and marketing - every role at Specialized contributes to a culture of sustainable, global growth and innovation. We are always looking for passionate people to join the team who are interested in learning and growing far above the scope of the position. You’ll be challenged in many different ways and have a tremendous amount of opportunity. All with an eye towards growing people and expanding careers… that’s what Specialized is all about.\nYou’ll be working alongside a passionate, driven team and there are some great benefits including daily lunch rides, onsite yoga classes, and all of the bagels your heart desires on Friday mornings. 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