Road Transport Transformation Manager
Coty · Amsterdam
ROAD TRANSPORT TRANSFORMATION MANAGER
SUPPLY CHAIN / GLOBAL TRANSPORT
The Road Transport Transformation Manager is a global strategic role focused on shaping the future of Coty's road transport network. Rather than managing daily transport operations, you will drive large-scale improvements that make our network more efficient, resilient, sustainable and digitally enabled. Through transformation initiatives, network optimization and innovation, you will help create the transport capabilities needed to support Coty's future growth.
THE ROLE
OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!
As our Road Transport Transformation Manager, you will lead strategic initiatives that transform how road transport is managed across Coty. You will drive performance improvements, strengthen transport capabilities, accelerate digitalization and sustainability, and support the transition towards a more standardized, data-driven and future-ready transport organization.
You will be reporting to the Global Transport Operations Director, and you will manage:
Transport Transformation & Performance
- Lead global initiatives that improve transport cost, service, efficiency and sustainability.
- Establish performance frameworks, KPIs and governance that enable data-driven decision making.
- Develop business cases, action plans and recommendations, presenting outcomes and progress to senior leadership.
- Identify and implement opportunities to simplify, standardize and optimize road transport processes.
Network Design & Future Capabilities
- Design and optimize road transport networks to improve resilience, scalability and long-term capacity.
- Develop new capabilities and operating models aligned with Coty's supply chain strategy, including DTC and intermodal solutions.
- Drive transport sustainability initiatives, including decarbonization, alternative fuels and modal shift opportunities.
- Improve customer service and cost-to-serve through smarter transport network design and collaboration.
Digitalization & Strategic Partnerships
- Lead transport transformation projects from concept through implementation.
- Partner with IT and the Transport Community of Practice to deploy digital, automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- Strengthen carrier and logistics service provider management through standardized processes and governance.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives, RFQs and supplier selection decisions to secure the best long-term transport solutions.
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
As a strategic, analytical and digitally minded transport professional, you thrive in a fast-paced and international environment. You are proactive, structured and comfortable leading projects across multiple stakeholders and functions.
- University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Transport or a related field.
- 5-8 years of experience in road transport, ideally within a multinational company, logistics provider or transport organization.
- Good understanding of road transport operations and industry best practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
- Skilled in working with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Proficiency in working with Power BI
- Interest or experience in AI, automation, data visualization and digital process improvement.
- Experience leading projects and influencing stakeholders in a matrix environment.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
At Coty, we value data savvy people. As part of the Coty curated strategic program, we are transforming into a data centric organization powered by AI. If you have data engineering skills or experience developing dashboards in Power BI, this is considered a strong advantage.
If you’re ready to support and shape the future of beauty, we want you on our team!
WHAT WE OFFER
This is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You'll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.
Coty's global omni-working policy provides the option to work up to 50% of your month remotely. We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best.
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you're the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we'd love to hear from you.
Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.