Inbound Associate - UK

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Operations/Supply Chain

As one of the world’s premier lifestyle brand collectives, we want to ensure that warehouses, factories, retail outlets and on-line retailers all over the world have what they need, when they need it. You’ll be part of a team that leverages leading-edge technology – and innovative solutions – to deliver goods and materials on time, on schedule and in great condition. It’s a career path the offers non-stop challenges and endless variety – along with the opportunity to learn the business from the best.

The position of Associate, Logistics Inbound will report directly to the Vice President of Operations and will frequently collaborate with other business groups to ensure goods are effectively delivered.  This position will have significant responsibility coordinating and directing the movement of inbound container freight and air shipments for all Robert Graham divisions, spanning multiple DC locations, including direct to customer orders.

• Shared booking process approvals with Production team with our forwarders and factories
• Establish and maintain effective communications with all production and support groups, including outside groups (transportation, custom brokers, customers and suppliers)
• Communicate with appropriate teams on any delivery concerns
• Perform all data entry for shipping document creation and carrier assignment
• Prioritize daily workflow according to company’s needs
• Be proactive and work in advance of incoming receipts
• Run reports to supply visibility to our divisions
• Liaison between our factories and forwarders
• Ensure accuracy of data into A2000
• Ensure our forwarders are following established SOPs
• Document, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures established to achieve high levels of quality services
• Provides weekly inbound plans to the warehouses
• Creates Weekly Inbound Shipment Reports
• Develop knowledge using provider’s shipping systems such as but not limited to UPS, DHL, and FEDEX
• Understand shipment documents in coordination with compliance
• Resolve ocean and air transit time questions and issues as they arise
• Reviews and keep track of freight invoices verifying rates
• Travel the warehouse as needed
• Run and update reports as needed within various applications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or a related field required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (3-5 years)
• Experience in Import Supply Chain with an understanding of Import Compliance protocols and HTS codes is preferred
• Must demonstrate understanding of the supply chain and inventory management, including common obstacles and effective solutions
• Advanced data analysis and data visualization competencies preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (primarily Word and Excel)
• Knowledge of A2000 systems preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical problem-solving skills to work with large amounts of import volume
• Ability to work well in both a team environment and individually
• Ability to manage multiple work flows simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective time management
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment and in stressful situations
• Excellent customer service and client relation skills

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401 (k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation. 

Centric Brands is an equal opportunity employer

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