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Inbound Logistics Manager
Reports into: Head of Logistics
Contract Type: Full Time, working 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week
Location: Hybrid, working 3 days a week in our offices based in Old Street, London
About Us
Nothing is clearer to us than the belief that every woman should include strength training in her life to enhance both physical and mental well-being. It’s about building strong bodies and even stronger minds, asserting their right to take up space in the gym, and allowing the spotlight to shine bright on their progress.
To us, strength training represents a determined, goal-oriented mindset and an unwavering work ethic. We don’t wait for success; we create it through hard work and determination. When faced with challenges, we don’t back down; instead, we break through barriers, recognising that true progress lies on the other side.
These are the pillars that form the foundation of Oner Active. We consistently challenge ourselves to create innovative and impactful products, so that you can perform better. With our range of products and innovative approach, we provide a wide variety of colours to ensure that all skin tones genuinely radiate in Oner.
Our Purpose and Mission
We are on a mission to unite and empower women to be the strongest version of themselves through strength training. We want to inspire women to take centre stage in the gym by promoting strength training, which underpins all movement and sport, as a healthy foundation in life.
Our Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus the freedom to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks a year
- 5% employer pension match through our salary sacrifice scheme
- Generous Oner Active discount and regular office sample sales
- Free Evolve You subscription, on us
- Private Healthcare with Vitality, including optical and dental cover
- Monthly wellness allowance and team workout classes to keep you moving
- Annual discretionary bonus scheme
- Family-friendly maternity & paternity policies that actually support you
- Start-up culture - the chance to learn and make a real impact, backed by hands-on management and career mentoring
- Great employee events like our Summer party, Christmas party and team away days
- Healthy office snacks, fresh fruit and a coffee and matcha bar (plus a chocolate cupboard for a sweet treat for the balance)
- Dog-friendly office
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The Team
The Inbound Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end movement of goods from suppliers to the company's distribution centres. This role manages inbound transportation across both air, sea and road freight, ensuring products arrive on time, within budget to support inventory availability and critical product launch schedules. Working cross-functionally with Buying, Merchandising, Operations, and Warehouse teams, the Inbound Logistics Manager plays a key role in maintaining supply chain performance and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Manage the international inbound logistics network, coordinating shipments from global suppliers to the company’s DCs.
- Oversee air freight and ocean freight operations, balancing service levels, transit times, and transportation costs.
- Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve delays, capacity constraints, and transportation disruptions.
- Partner closely with Buying, Merchandising, and Operations teams to align inbound logistics activities with product launch schedules.
- Ensure launch-critical inventory is prioritized and delivered according to agreed timelines.
- Provide regular updates on shipment status, risks, and mitigation plans to key stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
- Monitor supplier shipping performance and compliance.
- Negotiate freight rates and service agreements to achieve cost and service objectives.
- Conduct regular carrier performance reviews and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Coordinate inbound delivery schedules with DCs to optimise receiving capacity and warehouse efficiency.
- Ensure accurate shipment documentation and ASN processes to facilitate smooth goods receipt.
- Collaborate with warehouse teams to resolve inbound discrepancies and receiving issues.
- Analyse transportation performance data and logistics KPIs to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support network optimisation and freight mode selection strategies.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and import/export procedures.
- Manage freight claims, customs issues, and transportation-related risks.
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You’ll Need To Have
- 5+ years of experience in international logistics, freight management, or supply chain operations.
- Proven experience managing both ocean, air and road freight within an apparel, fashion, retail, or consumer goods environment.
- Experience coordinating inbound supply chains across multiple distribution centres.
- Strong understanding of international trade, customs, and freight forwarding processes.
- Proficiency with ERP, WMS, and transportation management systems.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to communicate clearly, effectively with colleagues, suppliers and the wider teams.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Oner Active it’s about embracing diversity and empowering every individual to reach their full potential. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support, we encourage you to reach out to our Recruitment team, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
We are an activewear brand created by women, for women. Women who strength train, women who love to move. Women who take up space – physically, mentally, unapologetically. Because we believe every woman deserves to feel strong in her mind, body and spirit – and look amazing in the process!
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