Inbound Logistics Manager

ONER ACTIVE

Role: 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 plus bank holidays and work from anywhere up to 4 weeks a year

5% employer match salary sacrifice pension scheme

Generous Oner Active discount plus regular office sample sales

Free Evolve You subscription

Private Healthcare with Vitality including optical and dental

Monthly wellness allowance and team workout classes

Start-up culture, the chance to learn and make a real impact

Great employee events like our Summer party, Christmas party and team away days

Healthy office snacks and fruit (plus a chocolate cupboard for a sweet treat for the balance)

Dog friendly office

The Role

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.

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.