JOB TITLE Logistics Manager        

REPORTS TO Head of Logistics & Warehousing

DEPARTMENT Supply Chain

LOCATION London

ROLE TYPE Permanent full time

SALARY Competitive

COMPANY PROFILE

Orlebar Brown (Chanel group) launched in March 2007 as a more tailored approach to men’s beach and swim shorts. Based on the traditional pattern of a tailored pair of trousers for men, and with their distinctive side fasteners, they are not just a swim short; they are the original and best shorts you can swim in.  

Today, our collections are built into broader lifestyles imagined around Beach, Resort, Coast and Sport. We have multiple product releases, including capsules, new categories and services, over the calendar year to maintain excitement, and interest for our customers. 

Since 2007, we have built the brand to achieve our stated purpose which is - to encourage, excite and inspire everyone to ‘Holiday Better’.  This is our purpose and why we get out of bed every morning.  

The brand has rapidly gained global recognition and is sold through online, more than 30 O.B. stores, and the best retailers and hoteliers in the world.  Our customer is truly international, so whether they are in St Barth’s for Christmas with family, Miami for a wild Spring break, a conference in Dubai with a few days off, tacking a boat off the coast of St Tropez, volunteering to replant mangrove plantations in Puerto Rico, walking along a cliff top in Cornwall, or diving off one into a beautiful blue ocean then O.B. should be there to help you do it better.

Our business is built on relationships with those customers, and we strive to maintain our relationship with them, wherever they might be, and provide world class service, when and where they want.  It is also built on finding new customers to the brand by welcoming them to join the ever-growing O.B. community.  

THE POSITION

This is a pivotal new role designed to strengthen Orlebar Brown’s logistics capability.
Reporting to the Head of Logistics & Warehousing, the Logistics Manager will take ownership of day-to-day logistics operations, manage key 3PL and freight provider relationships, and lead continuous improvement across inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics.

You will be hands-on yet highly strategic, ensuring operational excellence while supporting the Head of Logistics in longer-term projects, financial planning, and capability development. You’ll act as a deputy for the function when required, providing leadership, structure, and analytical rigour to the team and processes.

This role is ideal for someone ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to operate as the “right hand” of the Head of Logistics, while being able to represent the function independently with senior stakeholders, including the CFO.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

Logistics Operations Leadership

• Oversee daily inbound and outbound logistics performance across all channels (ecommerce, retail, wholesale, marketplace).
• Own key 3PL and freight-forwarding relationships, ensuring service delivery meets agreed KPIs and SLAs.
• Monitor operational performance dashboards and drive issue resolution and process improvements.
• Manage and continuously improve transport, shipping, and customs processes to optimise cost, service, and compliance.

Strategic Planning and Improvement

• Support the Head of Logistics in designing and implementing the logistics strategy for scalability and efficiency.
• Lead projects to optimise fulfilment flows and system integrations (3PL system to ERP)
• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising customer experience.
• Analyse and benchmark logistics costs, producing clear recommendations and business cases.

Financial & Commercial Control

• Partner with Finance, Merchandising and Production teams on logistics budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Manage supplier invoicing and cost control, ensuring accuracy and identifying trends or risks.
• Support negotiations with logistics and warehousing vendors to optimise cost and service balance.
• Work closely with IT and Finance on continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Deputise for the Head of Logistics in meetings and decision-making when required.

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years’ experience in logistics or supply chain, ideally within premium/luxury retail with global and ecommerce presence. Proven experience managing 3PLs and international freight operations.
• Excellent analytical, commercial, and project management skills.
• Strong understanding of customs, trade compliance, and global transport modes.
• Skilled in ERP/WMS systems (NetSuite advantageous) and advanced Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and manage upwards.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, improvement-focused mindset.
• Confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Being part of a diverse working environment of people who we learn from every day.
• The chance to train and develop your skills in a fast-working environment.
• Competitive benefits package:
  • Physical wellbeing: Private medical insurance covering pre-existing medical conditions and the ability to add family members, an online GP app with 24/7 appointments, available within 24 hours, and cycle scheme participation for tax-exempt bike and/or accessories purchase.
  • Financial wellbeing: Company pension scheme.
  • Lifestyle: Orlebar Brown and CHANEL product discounts and employee-only sales.
  • Employee Recognition: Service award incentives, 1-week office closure in August to practice what we preach (paid leave and separate from 25 days annual leave plus UK public holidays).

It’s never just a job at Orlebar Brown. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our brand values – Tailored, Vibrant and Brave. Our team define who we are and how we get the job done.

At Orlebar Brown, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to Orlebar Brown. 

Direct applications only. Recruitment agencies – thanks for reading – but we’ve got this one covered!