Kering Logistics Operations Planner

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Compensation
€32,000/year
Posted
Jul 23, 2026

About Kering

Kering is a global luxury group renowned for nurturing some of the world’s most influential Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Boucheron. As an employer, Kering offers a distinctive environment where creative excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term sustainability converge. The Group empowers its talents to shape the future of luxury through innovation, craftsmanship, and responsible business practices. With an international culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and shared ambition, Kering provides meaningful career opportunities for professionals seeking to contribute to exceptional brands while advancing a more sustainable and imaginative luxury industry.

Kering Logistics Operations Planner in Novara, Italy. Master data management and supply chain optimization role with SAP and data analytics expertise.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Configure and maintain Logistics Master Data, ensuring accurate setup of key planning and execution parameters including customers, routes, calendars, lead times, and locations
  • Support the design, standardization, and implementation of operational procedures related to Distribution & Logistics Master Data Management (DMM) processes
  • Ensure accuracy and reliability of DMM promised lead times to enable effective management of critical processes such as Order Drop Management and Target Stock Level calculation
  • Support and monitor the Outbound Delivery creation process in SAP, collaborating with AMS teams to define brand- and country-specific variants and optimize job scheduling
  • Manage pick-up plans and execution targets, ensuring alignment between operational capacity, transportation requirements, and service level commitments
  • Continuously analyze, validate, and update lead-time data to enhance planning accuracy and enable real-time performance monitoring
  • Contribute to the evolution of DMM and Logistic Master Data within the new Target Operating Model (TOM) of the Trecate facility
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders across Brands, Central Functions, and Regions to drive improvement initiatives and ensure seamless implementation
  • Support the development and implementation of an AI Control Tower POC to monitor warehouse performance from orders drop to pick-up
  • Implement regular routines to control the consistency of Planning Master Data including SAP tables, clusters, distribution flows, calendars, and lead times
  • Support SAP roll-out initiatives across Regions, partnering with local teams to define and implement distribution model maps for Post Distribution

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in economics or engineering
  • Fluent in Italian and English; knowledge of French is a plus
  • Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
  • Experience with data analytics tools such as Board and Power BI
  • Familiarity with SAP and AS400 systems
  • Strong analytical, data-driven approach with ability to interpret complex information
  • Proactive problem-solver capable of autonomous decision-making
  • Innovative mindset with willingness to challenge the status quo
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong task prioritization and time management skills
  • Ability to remain flexible and perform well under pressure in fast-paced environments
  • High levels of self-commitment, ownership, and results orientation
  • Strong communication, listening, and negotiation skills
  • Genuine curiosity driven by continuous improvement
  • Demonstrated interest in Planning, Operations, and Logistics with passion for driving efficiency

Skills

SAP AS400 MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Access Board Power BI Data analytics Master data management Logistics planning Supply chain operations

Experience

Experience in logistics operations, supply chain management, or related functions within a complex manufacturing or distribution environment. Demonstrated experience with master data configuration and management in ERP systems, particularly SAP. Background in working with cross-functional teams and managing logistics improvement initiatives is advantageous.

Education

Master's degree in economics or engineering

Workplace

The role is situated in Novara, Piedmont, Italy — conveniently close to Milan.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 32,000 per annum.

Benefits

Company canteen, welfare benefits, annual bonus opportunity linked to individual and company objectives, benefits provided under the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL) for manufacturing industries

Culture

Kering fosters a dynamic, purpose-driven culture where creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration support the distinct identities of its luxury Houses. As an employer, the Group places strong emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and talent development, encouraging people to innovate responsibly while contributing to the future of modern luxury.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Kering

Kering Logistics Operations Planner

Novara, Italy

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