Job description
Company Description
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to support inbound transportation and trade operations into the EMEA region. This role plays a critical part in managing the end-to-end flow of goods from origin through final mile delivery to regional distribution centers, while ensuring compliance with global trade regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong logistics expertise, experience managing third-party carriers and customs brokers, and a commitment to operational excellence.
This role is primarily remote with occasional travel within the Netherlands.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Manage inbound transportation operations into the EMEA region, with a focus on timely final mile deliveries to distribution centers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party carriers and logistics providers to ensure service reliability, cost efficiency, and performance accountability.
- Serve as the primary contact for customs brokerage partners, ensuring accurate and timely clearance of goods in accordance with trade compliance regulations.
- Ensure adherence to global trade compliance processes, including documentation accuracy, tariff classification, and record-keeping requirements.
- Partner closely with the regional leadership team to align transportation and trade operations with broader business goals.
- Support performance management of carriers and customs brokers through KPI tracking, regular service reviews, and RFP/RFI processes.
- Analyze transportation and trade data to identify risks, resolve issues, and uncover process improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Sourcing, Merchandising, Finance, and Distribution to coordinate inbound shipments and resolve exceptions.
- Maintain SOPs, dashboards, and reporting tools to support operational visibility and decision-making.
- Monitor changes in transportation regulations and trade compliance requirements, and communicate key insights to stakeholders.
What Do You Need To Bring?
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in transportation or trade operations, with a focus on international inbound shipments and customs processes.
- Strong understanding of final mile delivery to distribution centers and EMEA regional logistics.
- Experience managing third-party carriers and customs brokerage partners.
- Knowledge of trade compliance practices and familiarity with customs clearance procedures.
- Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and data analysis tools (Excel, reporting dashboards).
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and global environment.
- Experience working within inbound logistics networks supporting the EMEA region
- Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), duty optimization strategies, or trusted trader programs is a plus.
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
What You’ll Get
As an associate of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.), you are eligible to participate in a variety of benefits programs that are tailored to your lifestyle. A&F strives to provide simple, competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values—and most importantly, yours!
- +12% on minimum wage
- Paid sick leave
- Permanent contract
- Merchandisekorting
- Free access to Headspace, a science-based mental health solution, for you and up to 5 family members
- Travel expenses reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and development
- Career Development Opportunities
- A global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you!
- Paid Time Off
- Merchandise Discount
- Associate Assistance Program
- Training and Development
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- A Global Team of People Who’ll Celebrate you for Being YOU
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
