EU/UK Logistics Manager
Skims · London , London · United Kingdom · Hybrid
Sign up free: we match you to jobs like this, tailor your application and fill the form. 2 free applications every day.
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.
Freight & Transportation Management
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.
Customs & Compliance
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.
3PL, Inbound, & Supplier Management
Understand ASN flow and submission through systems
Reconcile inbound ship vs receiving discrepancies
Manage 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…