Logistics Specialist
2 days ago
Secaucus
Job Description RE-IMAGINA - PLAY YOUR PART. EVOLVE ICONIC. At Ferragamo, we're more than just building a Brand We are redefining luxury fashion. Committed to evolving and innovating sustainably, we bring a unique blend of elegance and modernity that has always defined us. with the unique blend of elegance and contemporary that have always defined us. We make our clients feel energized, surprised, and valued. All with an unwavering passion for Italian craftsmanship. You’re more than just joining a Team. We are proud of our inspiring and engaging spirit. In each of our stores around the world, you will find passionate, positive, and empathetic colleagues creating lasting impressions for life. Together, we drive excellence and innovation, while taking responsibility for our decisions. We win together with Passion. Thinking and succeeding as one team. Together, let’s evolve iconic. Founded in 1927 by Salvatore Ferragamo, the Group is a key player in the global luxury industry, known for its expert craftsmanship and exquisite range of shoes, leather goods, apparel, silk products and accessories. Our dynamic team, consisting of approximately 3,800 committed professionals, is based across our Florence Headquarters and regional offices around the world and also extends to around 400 directly operated stores throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia. Our creations are more than just unique and exclusive – they embody the heritage and savoir-faire that are the hallmarks of our Brand. Ferragamo is certified as a Great Place to Work (learn more about the certification here). Position Summary: This is a role on the logistics team consisting of oversight for sample management and warehouse operations alongside the Director of Logistics. Supporting cross functional teams including Marketing, Wholesale, Finance and Logistics, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and efficiency in line with Ferragamo’s distribution and brand standards. Showroom Responsibilities: • Supervise the receiving, scanning, and processing of incoming samples; assign and maintain inventory locations while ensuring accurate tracking within SAP and the current WMS system., • Execute and monitor inventory transactions in SAP, including giftings, loan-outs, loan returns, and spot checks to ensure full product accountability in partnership with regional and HQ Marketing, Wholesale, and Logistics teams., • Supervise and fulfill sample distribution needs across all departments, including packing, domestic and international shipping, and ongoing communication with carrier vendors., • Maintain all import & export documentation related to samples and Out-of-Season (OOS) catalogues., • Review freight invoices and advise internal teams on the most cost-effective and deadline-driven shipping solutions., • Prepare, re-ticket, pack, and transfer samples to the warehouse aftermarket (EOS) and support preparation for sample sales., • Collaborate with order management team on sample order entry four times a year for several teams., • Monitor sample orders and production status to properly update teams on orders and ensure timely delivery for brand activities., • Supervise to ensure all showrooms are supplied with Ferragamo packaging and office supplies needed for daily activities., • Prepare required customs documentation and coordinate the packing and transfer of samples to the Italian warehouse and Milan showroom., • Support Finance with inventory reconciliations for sample locations, including open inbound deliveries and physical inventory discrepancies., • Assist with warehouse inventory reconciliation as needed along with supporting warehouse inventory annual stock take., • Manage and support warehouse projects requiring a high level of organization, detail, and coordination with warehouse operations and other corporate teams., • Support the Logistics Director with warehouse reporting, KPI tracking, and SLA monitoring to ensure alignment with Ferragamo’s distribution standards., • Coordinate logistics support across cross-functional corporate teams, including managing logistics team calendars and scheduling workshops or working sessions., • Partner with the Traffic Manager to ensure Ferragamo adheres to wholesale client distribution compliance/routing guides., • In partnership with the Traffic Manager and wholesale team, communicate and negotiate with wholesale clients regarding Ferragamo’s distribution compliance in accordance with vendor standards., • Work in partnership with the Traffic Manager and AR/AP teams on chargeback file maintenance and mitigation on reported shortages., • Minimum of 2 years in logistics, supply chain, warehouse operations, or distribution, preferably within retail, fashion, or luxury goods., • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required., • Strong integrity and reliability., • Good organizational and problem-solving skills are essential., • High-level of expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel., • Experience in SAP & Click Reply is preferred., • Bilingual in Italian & Spanish a plus (not required)., • Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team., • Please see “requirements” above., • Physical requirements: This position involves constant moving, walking, talking, hearing, reaching, grabbing, sitting; may occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching and climbing step stools. May involve lifting of least 10-50 lbs. At Ferragamo, you can play your part and express your uniqueness. We are committed to building a diverse workplace in which inclusivity is valued in all its forms – gender, age, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all candidates regardless of their personal background. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Ferragamo USA Inc. and its subsidiaries is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) or sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability or membership in any other protected class under applicable law. Disability Accommodation Ferragamo is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.