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Bertelsmann

Global media, services, and education conglomerate

Lean Specialist

Business OperationsUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeTreviglio, Italy€29k - €32k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Engineering, Economics, or Supply Chain is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Continuous Improvement in the logistics sector is required.
  • Knowledge of Lean Management principles, processes, tools, and methodologies is required.
  • Knowledge of data analysis tools and performance measurement is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of operational activities and logistics processes is required.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and major management software is required.
  • English proficiency at C1 level is required.
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability are required.
  • The candidate must collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening, are required.
  • The candidate must be curious, open to change, and willing to learn continuously.
  • The candidate must show initiative, responsibility, and orientation toward achieving objectives.
  • The candidate must be able to involve and support others in continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze operational flows across the supply chain through value stream mapping to identify value-added activities, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
  • Lead the implementation of Lean tools and principles to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and generate sustainable benefits.
  • Define clear, shared procedures and operating standards to support quality, effectiveness, and continuity in daily activities.
  • Collaborate with company stakeholders to promote constructive discussion, knowledge sharing, and common solutions.
  • Measure initiative progress using performance indicators, recognize progress, and identify further improvement opportunities.
  • Coordinate transformation and optimization projects, ensuring effective, results-oriented execution.
  • Develop monitoring and analysis systems to support data-driven decisions and effective performance management.
  • Promote Lean tools, methodologies, and best practices to improve capabilities and support people development.

About the Company

Bertelsmann

Global media, services, and education conglomerate

Bertelsmann is a global media, services, and education group made up of eight autonomous divisions, including RTL Group, Penguin Random House, BMG, and Arvato. It operates across B2B and B2C markets, with activities in broadcasting, book publishing, music rights management, and business process outsourcing. Its products range from streaming subscriptions and printed books to logistics, CRM services, and AI-powered content and rights-management tools. The company differentiates itself through a decentralized, entrepreneur-led structure that reinvests profits into content and digital infrastructure via its Boost program, backed by private foundations and the Mohn family. It aims to grow organically and through selective acquisitions while leveraging large-scale data and cross-divisional synergies to deliver personalized content and service experiences at a global scale.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.4B
Headquarters
Gütersloh, Germany
Founded
1835

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