EU/UK Logistics Manager
3 days ago
London
Department: Operations and Logistics Employment Type: Full Time Location: London Office, London, United Kingdom Reporting To: Nick Panici SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody. At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers. As we continue to scale globally, we are looking for an EU/UK Logistics Manager to lead and scale our European logistics operations. In this role, you will own end-to-end EU/UK freight and transportation operations—from origin through final delivery—while managing freight forwarder and 3PL partnerships, ensuring customs compliance, and driving continuous improvement across our European and UK supply chains. This is a hands-on leadership role that sits at the intersection of strategic planning and day-to-day operational excellence. • Manage, develop, and build the EU/UK Logistics Team, • Own and manage all EU/UK ocean, air, and road freight movements from origin through final delivery across bonded and non-bonded facilities., • Lead carrier selection, rate negotiations, contract management, and performance optimisation across freight modes., • Work with nominated freight forwarders to confirm bookings and manage track-and-trace for on-time delivery., • Drive continuous improvement across routing, mode optimisation, consolidation, and lead time management., • Manage freight forecasting, budgeting, auditing, and invoice approval processes for EU/UK operations., • Understand Bonded vs Non-Bonded warehouse customs requirements., • Partner with the SKIMS Trade Compliance team to validate import and export documentation, ensuring all customs information is accurate and compliant with UK and EU regulations., • Monitor regulatory changes affecting UK and EU imports, exports, shipping, product handling, and transportation, and communicate operational impacts to relevant teams., • Establish controls and standard operating procedures to reduce customs risk and prevent shipment delays, penalties, or overpayment of duties and taxes., • Serve as the subject matter expert on EU/UK trade compliance, partnering with the internal Trade Compliance team as needed., • Understand ASN flow and submission through systems, • Reconcile inbound ship vs receiving discrepanciesManage relationships, contracts, budgets, and performance for EU/UK freight forwarders., • Work with overseas suppliers to ensure cargo is tendered on time and all documentation is correct; provide guidance on any issues., • Evaluate and evolve 3PL partnerships to ensure best-in-class service, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness as the business scales., • Establish KPIs, lead regular business reviews, and implement corrective action plans to exceed service and performance targets., • Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead strategic initiatives to optimise freight spend without compromising service levels., • Partner cross-functionally with Production, Planning, Sourcing, Accounting, IT, and Distribution teams to align logistics strategy with business priorities., • Manage Tracking Reports and system data integrity, • Track shipments in real-time, providing timely updates to relevant stakeholders and addressing delays or discrepancies immediately., • Maintain accurate logistics and freight data within NetSuite ERP, including data entry, filing, and recordation., • Prepare and analyse logistics reports, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to optimise processes., • Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams to provide updates on all active and in-transit Purchase Orders., • Manage Tracking Reports and system data integrity, • Support ad-hoc projects and requests as needed., • 4+ years of experience in EU/UK logistics, freight, or supply chain roles, preferably within apparel, fashion, or consumer goods., • Proven experience managing freight forwarders, parcel carriers, and third-party logistics providers., • Strong understanding of EU and UK customs regulations, import/export documentation, and trade compliance requirements., • Experience working with bonded and non-bonded facilities., • Familiarity with retail launch calendars and seasonal inventory planning., • Proficiency with logistics systems and ERP platforms; NetSuite experience is preferred., • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)., • Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills with strong attention to detail., • Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment., • This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at our London location., • EU/UK Freight & Transportation Management, • Customs Compliance & Trade Regulations, • 3PL & Vendor Management, • Freight Negotiation & Contract Management, • Supply Chain Optimisation, • Inventory Management, • Data Analysis & Reporting, • NetSuite / ERP Systems, • Cross-Functional Collaboration, • Problem Solving & Attention to Detail, • Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Group Life Assurance, • Income Protection, • Critical Illness, • Pension Scheme, • Modern Health, • ClassPass #J-18808-Ljbffr